Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sessiliflora
ID:
1248067

Status:
valid

Authors:
Raf.

Source:
tro

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
New Fl. 1: 97 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001247405



Common Names

  • Lechea sessiliflora
  • Sessile-flowered Pinweed
  • Sessiliflora Pinweed


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Description

Lechea sessiliflora (also called Pineland Lechea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States. It is typically found in sandy soils and pinelands, and grows to a height of 1-3 feet. It has small, round, deep green leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Lechea sessiliflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for erosion control and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lechea sessiliflora is a small, yellow, five-petalled spike. The seed is a small, black, round spore. The seedlings are small, green, and have five leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lechea sessiliflora is an evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 4 meters. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Lechea sessiliflora

Lechea sessiliflora can be found in the states of Goiás and Mato Grosso in Brazil.

Lechea sessiliflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lechea sessiliflora?

Lechea sessiliflora

What is the common name of Lechea sessiliflora?

Sessile-flowered Lechea

What is the natural habitat of Lechea sessiliflora?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

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,