Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
discolor
ID:
365381

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jack

Source:
ksu

Year:
1823

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 14: 40 (1823)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000364713



Common Names

  • Loxonia discolor
  • Discolored Loxonia
  • Loxonia Discolor


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Description

Loxonia discolor (also called Variable Loxonia, 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

Loxonia discolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Loxonia discolor 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

Loxonia discolor 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 Loxonia discolor

Loxonia discolor can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Loxonia discolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Loxonia discolor?

Loxonia discolor

What is the family of Loxonia discolor?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Loxonia discolor?

Discolored Loxonia

Species in the Loxonia genus

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,