Loxocarpus argenteus - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
argenteus
ID:
365351
Status:
valid
Authors:
B.L.Burtt
Source:
ksu
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 31: 47 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000364683
Common Names
- Loxocarpus argenteus
- Silver Loxocarpus
- Silver-leaved Loxocarpus
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- Henckelia argentea (B.L.Burtt) B.L.Burtt [unknown]
Description
Loxocarpus argenteus (also called Silver loxocarpus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the Ericaceae family. It is native to the southeastern United States, where it is found in the coastal plain from Virginia to Florida. It typically grows in moist, acidic soils in forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Loxocarpus argenteus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and also for erosion control and as a groundcover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Loxocarpus argenteus has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Loxocarpus argenteus is a low-growing evergreen shrub native to western North America. It is easy to grow and propagate from cuttings. It prefers moist, acidic soil and partial shade. It can be propagated by taking cuttings from the stems in early summer and planting them in a well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted. It can also be propagated by seed, but the germination rate is low.
Where to Find Loxocarpus argenteus
Loxocarpus argenteus can be found in South America.
Loxocarpus argenteus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Loxocarpus argenteus?
Loxocarpus argenteus
What type of plant is Loxocarpus argenteus?
Fern
Where is Loxocarpus argenteus native to?
Japan, Korea, and China
Species in the Loxocarpus genus
Loxocarpus argenteus, Loxocarpus caeruleus, Loxocarpus caulescens, Loxocarpus conicapsularis, Loxocarpus holttumii, Loxocarpus meijeri, Loxocarpus incanus, Loxocarpus tunkui, Loxocarpus minimus, Loxocarpus papillosus, Loxocarpus petiolaris, Loxocarpus repens, Loxocarpus rufescens, Loxocarpus semitortus, Loxocarpus stapfii, Loxocarpus verbeniflos, Loxocarpus sericeus, Loxocarpus longipetiolatus, Loxocarpus pauzii, Loxocarpus coodei, Loxocarpus sericiflavus, Loxocarpus taeniophyllus, Loxocarpus violoides,
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,
References
B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:381692-1: Based on the initial data import