Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
verbeniflos
ID:
365382

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.B.Clarke) B.L.Burtt

Source:
ksu

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 22: 310 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000364714

Common Names

  • Loxocarpus verbeniflos
  • Verbeniflos Loxocarpus
  • Loxocarpus Verbeniflos

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Synonyms

  • Roettlera verbeniflos Kuntze [unknown]
  • Didymocarpus verbeniflos C.B.Clarke [unknown]
  • Henckelia verbeniflos (C.B.Clarke) B.L.Burtt [unknown]

Description

Loxocarpus verbeniflos (also called Verbena-leaved 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 verbeniflos 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

The flowers of Loxocarpus verbeniflos are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, with a hard seed coat. The seedlings are small and delicate, with long, thin stems and small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Loxocarpus verbeniflos is a small, evergreen shrub that grows in moist, well-drained soils. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy mix. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant will need regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Loxocarpus verbeniflos

Loxocarpus verbeniflos can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Loxocarpus verbeniflos FAQ

What is the scientific name of Loxocarpus verbeniflos?

Loxocarpus verbeniflos

What is the family of Loxocarpus verbeniflos?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Loxocarpus verbeniflos?

Verbeniflorous Loxocarpus

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

Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' 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:381707-1: Based on the initial data import