Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
intermedia
ID:
359764

Status:
valid

Authors:
Legg. ex Britton & Hollick

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 21: 252 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000359096



Common Names

  • Lechea intermedia
  • Intermedia Lechea
  • Lechea


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Synonyms

  • Lechea leggettii intermedia Britton & Hollick [unknown]
  • Lechea intermedia intermedia [unknown]

Description

Lechea intermedia (also called the intermediate pinweed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to North America, from Mexico to Canada. It is an annual herb, growing up to 40 cm tall, with white flowers. It is found in dry to moist areas, such as meadows, roadsides, and open woods.

Uses & Benefits

Lechea intermedia is an evergreen shrub with fragrant white flowers. It is often used as a hedge or in containers, and is drought tolerant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lechea intermedia var. depauperata Hodgdon
Lechea intermedia var. juniperina (E.P.Bicknell) B.L.Rob.
Lechea intermedia var. laurentiana Hodgdon

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lechea intermedia is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and delicate with a single stem and small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lechea intermedia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Lechea intermedia

Lechea intermedia can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas.

Lechea intermedia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lechea intermedia?

Lechea intermedia

What is the family of Lechea intermedia?

Cistaceae

Where is Lechea intermedia native to?

North America

Species in the Cistaceae family

Cistus akamantis, Cistus atlanticus, Cistus ingwersenii, Cistus osbeckiifolius, Cistus santae, Cistus banaresii, Cistus grancanariae, Cistus palmensis, Cistus aguilari, Cistus albereensis, Cistus albidus, Cistus asper, Cistus atriplicifolius, Cistus calycinus, Cistus canescens, Cistus cebennensis, Cistus cheiranthoides, Cistus chinamadensis, Cistus clausonii, Cistus clusii, Cistus conradiae, Cistus creticus, Cistus crispus, Cistus cyprius, Cistus dansereaui, Cistus escartianus, Cistus florentinus, Cistus formosus, Cistus halimifolius, Cistus heterophyllus, Cistus horrens, Cistus hybridus, Cistus incanus, Cistus inflatus, Cistus ladanifer, Cistus lasianthus, Cistus laurifolius, Cistus laxus, Cistus ledon, Cistus libanotis, Cistus matritensis, Cistus monspeliensis, Cistus munbyi, Cistus nigricans, Cistus novus, Cistus obtusifolius, Cistus ocreatus, Cistus ocymoides, Cistus palhinhae, Cistus parviflorus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2339192: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Arthur Hollick (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hollick' in the authors string.
William Henry Leggett (1816-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Legg.' in the authors string.