Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
sericiflavus
ID:
1324858

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kiew & Banka) T.L.Yao

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 70: 394 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337312

Common Names

  • Loxocarpus sericiflavus
  • Silky-flowered Loxocarpus
  • Silky-flowered Loosestrife

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Description

Loxocarpus sericiflavus (also called Silky-Flowered Loxocarpus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has narrow, linear leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Loxocarpus sericiflavus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Loxocarpus sericiflavus has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and oblong. The seedlings have a single cotyledon with a long petiole and a broadly ovate leaf blade.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Loxocarpus sericiflavus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Loxocarpus sericiflavus

Loxocarpus sericiflavus is native to tropical rainforests in South America, particularly in Peru and Ecuador.

Loxocarpus sericiflavus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Loxocarpus sericiflavus?

Loxocarpus sericiflavus

What is the common name of Loxocarpus sericiflavus?

Silky-yellow Loxocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Loxocarpus sericiflavus?

It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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

Ruth Kiew (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kiew' in the authors string.
Roy Banka: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Banka' in the authors string.
Tze Leong Yao: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.L.Yao' in the authors string.