Loxocarpus sericeus - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sericeus
ID:
365387
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ridl.) B.L.Burtt
Source:
ksu
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 31: 49 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000364719
Common Names
- Loxocarpus sericeus
- Silky Loxocarpus
- Loxocarpus Sericeus
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- Didymocarpus sericeus Ridl. [unknown]
- Henckelia sericea (Ridl.) A.Weber [unknown]
Description
Loxocarpus sericeus (also called Silky Loxocarpus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a hairy stem and leaves, and its flowers are small and yellow. It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Loxocarpus sericeus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Loxocarpus sericeus 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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Loxocarpus sericeus can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil, and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).
Where to Find Loxocarpus sericeus
Loxocarpus sericeus can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Loxocarpus sericeus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Loxocarpus sericeus?
Loxocarpus sericeus
What is the common name of Loxocarpus sericeus?
Silky Loxocarpus
What is the native range of Loxocarpus sericeus?
Central and South America
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
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
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:381705-1: Based on the initial data import