Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
wurdackii
ID:
814936

Status:
valid

Authors:
McVaugh

Source:
wcs

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 52: 409 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000814270



Common Names

  • Lysipomia wurdackii
  • Wurdackii
  • Wurdack's Lysipomia


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Description

Lysipomia wurdackii (also called Wurdack's Lysipomia, among many other common names) is an annual herb in the bellflower family. It is native to the southeastern United States, where it is found in the states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Tennessee. It grows in moist, sandy soils in open woods, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Lysipomia wurdackii is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It can also be used to attract hummingbirds and butterflies to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lysipomia wurdackii is white in color and has a star-like shape. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lysipomia wurdackii is a shrub that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It is typically grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, but it can also be grown from seed. It is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance.

Where to Find Lysipomia wurdackii

Lysipomia wurdackii is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Lysipomia wurdackii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lysipomia wurdackii?

Lysipomia wurdackii

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Wurdackii

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Campanulaceae

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-352313: Based on the initial data import
Rogers McVaugh (1909-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McVaugh' in the authors string.