Status:
valid
Authors:
K.L.Marr
Source:
ksu
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Pacific Sci. 51: 282 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000442370
Common Names
- Lysimachia Scopulensis
- Scopulensis Lysimachia
- Scopulensis's Lysimachia
Description
Lysimachia scopulensis (also called Rock Loosestrife, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It is found in rocky areas, dry meadows, and open woods.
Uses & Benefits
Lysimachia scopulensis is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It has attractive foliage and produces yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lysimachia scopulensis is small and white. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lysimachia scopulensis is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in summer.
Where to Find Lysimachia scopulensis
Lysimachia scopulensis is native to the Himalayas and can be found in rocky areas at high elevations.
Lysimachia scopulensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lysimachia scopulensis?
Lysimachia scopulensis
What is the common name of Lysimachia scopulensis?
Rock Loosestrife
What is the natural habitat of Lysimachia scopulensis?
It is found in moist areas in Europe, Asia, and North America.
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
Kendrick L. Marr: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.L.Marr' in the authors string.