Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tweedyi
ID:
443247

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) B.L.Rob.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Syn. Fl. N. Amer. 1(1): 268 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000442579



Common Names

  • Lewisia tweedyi
  • Tweedy's Lewisia
  • Tweedy's Bitterroot


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Synonyms

  • Lewisiopsis tweedyi (A.Gray) Govaerts [unknown]
  • Calandrinia tweedyi A.Gray [unknown]
  • Cistanthe tweedyi (A.Gray) Hershk. [unknown]
  • Oreobroma tweedyi (A.Gray) Howell [unknown]

Description

Lewisia tweedyi (also called Tweedy's Lewisia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Portulacaceae family. It is native to South Africa. It is found in temperate and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lewisia tweedyi is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lewisia tweedyi has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a head-like structure. The flowers are followed by small, dark brown seeds that are contained in a capsule. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons that are oval-shaped and green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lewisia tweedyi is a hardy, evergreen shrub that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and the seedlings should be potted up when they are large enough to handle. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Lewisia tweedyi

Lewisia tweedyi is native to California and can be found in dry and rocky areas.

Lewisia tweedyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lewisia tweedyi?

Lewisia tweedyi

What is the common name of Lewisia tweedyi?

Tweedy's Lewisia

What is the natural habitat of Lewisia tweedyi?

Dry rocky slopes and cliffs

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 kew-2492629: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.