Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
linum-stellatum
ID:
443439

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 148 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000442771

Common Names

  • Lysimachia Linum-Stellatum
  • Linum-Stellatum Lysimachia
  • Linum-Stellatum Loosestrife

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Synonyms

  • Lysimachia stellata St.-Lag. [unknown]
  • Lysimachia linifolia Salisb. [unknown]
  • Asterolinon linum-stellatum Duby [unknown]
  • Asterolinon lysimachioideum St.-Lag. [unknown]
  • Asterolinon stellatum Hoffmanns. & Link [unknown]

Description

Lysimachia linum-stellatum (also called 'Star-flowered Loosestrife', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, lance-shaped leaves and produces white or pink flowers in the summer. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be found in meadows, woodlands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Lysimachia linum-stellatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lysimachia linum-stellatum is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lysimachia linum-stellatum is a succulent plant that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings have rooted. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix in the spring or summer. The soil should be kept moist until the seeds have germinated.

Where to Find Lysimachia linum-stellatum

Lysimachia linum-stellatum is native to Europe and is found in coastal areas, dunes, and rocky slopes. It can be found in Portugal, Spain, France, Italy, Croatia, Greece, Turkey, and Morocco.

Lysimachia linum-stellatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lysimachia linum-stellatum?

Lysimachia linum-stellatum

What is the common name of Lysimachia linum-stellatum?

Star-flowered Loosestrife

Where is Lysimachia linum-stellatum native to?

China

Species in the Lysimachia genus

Lysimachia vulgaris, Lysimachia scopulensis, Lysimachia scandens, Lysimachia ruhmeriana, Lysimachia santapaui, Lysimachia punctata, Lysimachia remotiflora, Lysimachia rapensis, Lysimachia radicans, Lysimachia thyrsiflora, Lysimachia terrestris, Lysimachia tenella, Lysimachia venosa, Lysimachia sumatranica, Lysimachia sikokiana, Lysimachia sertulata, Lysimachia serpyllifolia, Lysimachia baviensis, Lysimachia atropurpurea, Lysimachia assamica, Lysimachia eileta, Lysimachia eberhardtii, Lysimachia adoensis, Lysimachia ephemerum, Lysimachia maritima, Lysimachia minoricensis, Lysimachia linearifolia, Lysimachia leucantha, Lysimachia leschenaultii, Lysimachia liukiuensis, Lysimachia linum-stellatum, Lysimachia pendens, Lysimachia pilosa, Lysimachia pilophora, Lysimachia nemorum, Lysimachia nummularia, Lysimachia pacifica, Lysimachia oppositifolia, Lysimachia ohsumiensis, Lysimachia fraseri, Lysimachia dubia, Lysimachia cousiniana, Lysimachia forbesii, Lysimachia fletcheri, Lysimachia chenii, Lysimachia buxifolia, Lysimachia ciliata, Lysimachia clethroides, Lysimachia christinae, Lysimachia interjacens,

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,

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