Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
vulgaris
ID:
442969

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 146 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000442301

Common Names

  • Lysimachia Vulgaris
  • Common Lysimachia
  • Common Star Grass

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Synonyms

  • Lysimachia westphalica Weihe [unknown]
  • Lysimachusa vulgaris Pohl [unknown]
  • Lysimachia tomentosa C.Presl [unknown]
  • Lysimachia elata Salisb. [unknown]
  • Lysimachia lutea Jiraseck ex Mert. & W.D.J.Koch [unknown]
  • Lysimachia paniculata Gilib. [unknown]
  • Lysimachia paludosa Baumg. [unknown]
  • Lysimachia glauca Adams [unknown]
  • Lysimachia guestphalica Weihe ex Rchb. [unknown]

Description

Lysimachia vulgaris (also called Garden Loosestrife, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Europe and is found in moist habitats such as marshes, meadows and riverbanks. It has small, yellow flowers that appear in summer.

Uses & Benefits

Lysimachia vulgaris is a popular 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lysimachia vulgaris sub. glanduloso-villosa (Beck.) Peev

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Lysimachia vulgaris has yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lysimachia vulgaris is an herbaceous perennial native to Europe. It is best grown in a well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month. Propagation is done by seed or division.

Where to Find Lysimachia vulgaris

Lysimachia vulgaris can be found in Europe, Asia, and North America.

Lysimachia vulgaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lysimachia vulgaris?

Lysimachia vulgaris

What is the common name of Lysimachia vulgaris?

Garden Loosestrife

What is the natural habitat of Lysimachia vulgaris?

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,

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