Lechea stricta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Legg. ex Britton
Source:
cmp
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 21(6): 251. 1894 [20 Jun 1894]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000359034
Common Names
- Strict Pinweed
- Strict Lechea
- Strict
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lechea stricta (also called the 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 stricta is an evergreen shrub with fragrant white flowers. It is often used as a hedge or in containers, and is drought tolerant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Lechea stricta are yellow and have three petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are initially small, but they can grow up to 2 feet tall.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lechea stricta is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 2-3 m tall. It is a fast-growing plant and can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and should be planted in a mixture of sand and peat moss. It should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Lechea stricta
Lechea stricta is native to the mountains of western North America.
Lechea stricta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lechea stricta?
Lechea stricta
What is the common name of Lechea stricta?
Strict pinweed
Where is Lechea stricta found?
It is found in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces of South Africa
Species in the Lechea genus
Lechea stricta, Lechea tripetala, Lechea cubensis, Lechea intermedia, Lechea lakelae, Lechea sessiliflora, Lechea depressa, Lechea patula, Lechea cernua, Lechea deckertii, Lechea maritima, Lechea mensalis, Lechea minor, Lechea pulchella, Lechea racemulosa, Lechea san-sabeana, Lechea tenuifolia, Lechea torreyi, Lechea mucronata, Lechea divaricata,
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-2339095: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
William Henry Leggett (1816-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Legg.' in the authors string.