Status:
valid
Authors:
Prob.
Source:
ksu
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ross. Dal'nego Vostoka : 446 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507550
Common Names
- Lysimachia volkovae
- Macrocarpaea mattii
- Macrocarpaea opulenta
Description
Lysimachia volkovae (also called Volkov's Loosestrife, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Primulaceae family. It is a perennial herb with a short stem and a tuft of leaves. It is native to the Caucasus region and grows in moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Lysimachia volkovae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and diarrhea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Lysimachia volkovae are small, yellow and have a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black and have a glossy surface. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lysimachia volkovae can be propagated from cuttings or by division. To propagate from cuttings, take a 4-6 inch stem cutting in late spring or early summer and remove the lower leaves. Dip the cutting in rooting hormone and plant in moist, well-draining potting soil. Place the cutting in a warm, bright location and keep the soil moist. Roots should form in 4-6 weeks. To propagate by division, dig up the plant in early spring or late fall and divide the clumps into smaller sections. Replant the divisions in moist, well-draining soil in a sunny location.
Where to Find Lysimachia volkovae
Lysimachia volkovae can be found in Russia.
Lysimachia volkovae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lysimachia volkovae?
Lysimachia volkovae
What is the common name of Lysimachia volkovae?
Volkov's lysimachia
What is the natural habitat of Lysimachia volkovae?
Grassland and open woodland
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,