Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
maritima
ID:
443406

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Galasso, Banfi & Soldano

Source:
cmp

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Atti Soc. Ital. Sci. Nat. Mus. Civico Storia Nat. Milano 146: 229 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000442738

Common Names

  • Lysimachia maritima
  • Maritime Lysimachia
  • Maritime Loosestrife

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Synonyms

  • Vroedea maritima Bubani [unknown]
  • Glaux generalis E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
  • Glaux maritima L. [unknown]
  • Glaux maritima angustifolia B.Boivin [unknown]
  • Glaux maritima macrophylla B.Boivin [unknown]
  • Glaux maritima obtusifolia Fernald [unknown]
  • Glaux maritima obtusifolia (Fernald) B.Boivin [unknown]
  • Glaux maritima rosea Freyn [unknown]
  • Glaux spicata Phil. ex R.Knuth [unknown]
  • Glaucoides maritima Lunell [unknown]
  • Glaucoides maritima obtusifolia Lunell [unknown]
  • Lysimachia maritima obtusifolia (Fernald) Yonek. [unknown]

Description

Lysimachia maritima (also called 'Sea 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 maritima is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a groundcover in areas with poor soil. It has a high tolerance for drought and is an excellent choice for xeriscaping. It is also used as a hedge plant in some areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lysimachia maritima 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 maritima 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 maritima

Lysimachia maritima 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 maritima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lysimachia maritima?

Lysimachia maritima

What are the common names of Lysimachia maritima?

Sea Loosestrife, Sea Loosestrife Plant

What is the origin of Lysimachia maritima?

Native to Europe and North Africa

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2492930: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Gabriele Galasso (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Galasso' in the authors string.
Adriano Soldano (1944-1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soldano' in the authors string.
Enrico Augusto Banfi (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Banfi' in the authors string.