Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kelloggii
ID:
1105644

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Brandegee

Source:
tro

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. , ser. 2, 4: 88 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001104982



Common Names

  • Lewisia kelloggii
  • Kelloggii Lewisia
  • Kelloggii's Lewisia


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Description

Lewisia kelloggii (also called Kellogg's Lewisia, among many other common names) is a perennial succulent plant with small, fleshy leaves and bright pink flowers. It is native to western North America and is found in rocky, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lewisia kelloggii is used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, fever, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lewisia kelloggii is pink, star-shaped, and has five petals. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings have two pairs of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lewisia kelloggii is a herbaceous perennial that is native to the western United States. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. To cultivate, provide full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F).

Where to Find Lewisia kelloggii

Lewisia kelloggii can be found in the dry areas of the western United States.

Species in the Montiaceae family

Calandrinia crispisepala, Calandrinia kalanniensis, Calandrinia translucens, Calandrinia acaulis, Calandrinia acuminata, Calandrinia aegialitis, Calandrinia affinis, Calandrinia alba, Calandrinia arenicola, Calandrinia argentea, Calandrinia balonensis, Calandrinia bandurriae, Calandrinia biflora, Calandrinia bracteosa, Calandrinia brevipedata, Calandrinia breweri, Calandrinia caesia, Calandrinia caespitosa, Calandrinia calycotricha, Calandrinia calyptrata, Calandrinia carolinii, Calandrinia ciliata, Calandrinia colchaguensis, Calandrinia compacta, Calandrinia composita, Calandrinia compressa, Calandrinia conferta, Calandrinia corrigioloides, Calandrinia corymbosa, Calandrinia crassifolia, Calandrinia creethae, Calandrinia cygnorum, Calandrinia cylindrica, Calandrinia depressa, Calandrinia dielsii, Calandrinia dipetala, Calandrinia disperma, Calandrinia eremaea, Calandrinia filifolia, Calandrinia galapagosa, Calandrinia glaucopurpurea, Calandrinia gracilis, Calandrinia graminifolia, Calandrinia granulifera, Calandrinia heterophylla, Calandrinia hirtella, Calandrinia involucrata, Calandrinia lancifolia, Calandrinia lehmannii, Calandrinia leucopogon,

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