Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stebbinsii
ID:
1105656

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gankin & W.R.Hildreth

Source:
tro

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Four Seasons 2(4): 13 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001104994



Common Names

  • Lewisia stebbinsii
  • Stebbinsii Lewisia
  • Stebbinsii's Lewisia


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Description

Lewisia stebbinsii (also called Stebbins' 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 stebbinsii 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

Lewisia stebbinsii has white to pink flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, dark, and glossy. Seedlings have a basal rosette of spoon-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lewisia stebbinsii 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 stebbinsii

Lewisia stebbinsii 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-26200130: Based on the initial data import
Roman W. Gankin (1938-1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gankin' in the authors string.
W. Richard Hildreth (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.R.Hildreth' in the authors string.