Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tricolor
ID:
1074225

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ker Gawl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1822

Citation Micro:
Bot. Reg. 8: t. 667 (1822)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001073563



Common Names

  • Loasa tricolor
  • Tricolor Loasa
  • Tricolor Loasaceae


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Description

Loasa tricolor (also called Three-coloured Loasa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Linaceae family. It is native to South America. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Loasa tricolor is a perennial plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Loasa tricolor is a small, yellow, five-petalled flower with a long, slender stem. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with yellow flowers and narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Loasa tricolor is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from seed is best done in spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be rooted in a moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until they are established.

Where to Find Loasa tricolor

Loasa tricolor is native to South America and can be found in grassy areas, meadows, and pastures.

Species in the Loasaceae family

Aosa gilgiana, Aosa parviflora, Aosa plumieri, Aosa rupestris, Aosa sigmoidea, Aosa rostrata, Aosa uleana, Aosa grandis, Blumenbachia dissecta, Blumenbachia catharinensis, Blumenbachia eichleri, Blumenbachia espigneera, Blumenbachia exalata, Blumenbachia hieronymi, Blumenbachia insignis, Blumenbachia latifolia, Blumenbachia prietea, Blumenbachia sylvestris, Blumenbachia hierorymi, Blumenbachia amana, Caiophora deserticola, Caiophora aconquijae, Caiophora andina, Caiophora arechavaletae, Caiophora boliviana, Caiophora buraeavi, Caiophora canarinoides, Caiophora carduifolia, Caiophora cernua, Caiophora chuquisacana, Caiophora chuquitensis, Caiophora cirsiifolia, Caiophora clavata, Caiophora contorta, Caiophora coronata, Caiophora dumetorum, Caiophora espigneira, Caiophora grandiflora, Caiophora hibiscifolia, Caiophora lateritia, Caiophora macrantha, Caiophora madrequisa, Caiophora mollis, Caiophora nivalis, Caiophora patagonica, Caiophora pedicularifolia, Caiophora peduncularis, Caiophora pterosperma, Caiophora pulchella, Caiophora rosulata,

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