Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
musetorum
ID:
1229536

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.W.Li

Source:
tro

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 3(2): 3 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228874



Common Names

  • Musetorum Loxostigma
  • Musetorum Loxostigma
  • Musetorum Loxostigma


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Description

Loxostigma musetorum (also called Chinese Bellflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China and Vietnam. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves and white or pink bell-shaped flowers. It grows in moist meadows, grasslands and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Loxostigma musetorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Loxostigma musetorum has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. Its seedlings have small, ovate leaves with a toothed margin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Loxostigma musetorum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light, sandy soil mix in a cold frame in the spring. Divisions should be taken in the spring or fall and planted in a light, sandy soil mix. The plants should be grown in a sheltered, partially shaded location in moist, acidic soil.

Where to Find Loxostigma musetorum

Loxostigma musetorum is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Loxostigma musetorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Loxostigma musetorum?

Loxostigma musetorum

What is the common name of Loxostigma musetorum?

Musetorum Loxostigma

Where is Loxostigma musetorum native to?

Northeast India

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50058178: Based on the initial data import
Li Xi-wen (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.W.Li' in the authors string.