Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aitchisonii
ID:
669364

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.H.Raven

Source:
cmp

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Bull. Brit. Mus. (Nat. Hist.), Bot. 2: 376 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000668696



Common Names

  • Epilobium aitchisonii
  • Aitchison's Willowherb
  • Aitchison Willowherb


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Description

Epilobium aitchisonii (also called Aitchison's Willowherb, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial herb with a simple or branched stem. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and temperate Asia and is found in meadows, pastures, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Epilobium aitchisonii is used as an ornamental shrub in gardens and parks. It is also used in landscaping and as a cut flower. The plant has a number of medicinal uses, including treating skin diseases, wounds, and infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Epilobium aitchisonii has small, white to pink flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epilobium aitchisonii is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and requires regular watering. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade.

Where to Find Epilobium aitchisonii

Epilobium aitchisonii is native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Epilobium aitchisonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epilobium aitchisonii?

Epilobium aitchisonii

What is the common name of Epilobium aitchisonii?

Aitchison's Willowherb

What is the family of Epilobium aitchisonii?

Onagraceae

Species in the Epilobium genus

Epilobium campestre, Epilobium subdentatum, Epilobium abortivum, Epilobium adenocaulon, Epilobium aggregatum, Epilobium aitchisonii, Epilobium algidum, Epilobium alpestre, Epilobium alsinifolium, Epilobium alsinoides, Epilobium amurense, Epilobium anagallidifolium, Epilobium anatolicum, Epilobium anglicum, Epilobium angustifolium, Epilobium angustum, Epilobium argillaceum, Epilobium arvernense, Epilobium astonii, Epilobium atlanticum, Epilobium australe, Epilobium barbeyanum, Epilobium billardierianum, Epilobium blinii, Epilobium boissieri, Epilobium borbasianum, Epilobium brachiatum, Epilobium brachycarpum, Epilobium brevifolium, Epilobium brevipes, Epilobium brevipilum, Epilobium brevisquamatum, Epilobium brunnatum, Epilobium brunnescens, Epilobium canum, Epilobium capense, Epilobium celakovskyanum, Epilobium chateri, Epilobium chionanthum, Epilobium chitralense, Epilobium chlorifolium, Epilobium ciliatum, Epilobium clarkeanum, Epilobium clavatum, Epilobium cleistogamum, Epilobium colchicum, Epilobium collinum, Epilobium coloratum, Epilobium confertifolium, Epilobium confine,

Species in the Onagraceae family

Camissonia bolanderi, Camissonia dominguez-escalantorum, Camissonia bairdii, Camissonia benitensis, Camissonia breviflora, Camissonia campestris, Camissonia contorta, Camissonia dentata, Camissonia integrifolia, Camissonia kernensis, Camissonia lacustris, Camissonia ovata, Camissonia parvula, Camissonia pubens, Camissonia pusilla, Camissonia sierrae, Camissonia strigulosa, Camissonia subacaulis, Camissonia tanacetifolia, Camissonia contorta, Camissoniopsis bistorta, Camissoniopsis cheiranthifolia, Camissoniopsis confusa, Camissoniopsis guadalupensis, Camissoniopsis hardhamiae, Camissoniopsis hirtella, Camissoniopsis ignota, Camissoniopsis intermedia, Camissoniopsis lewisii, Camissoniopsis luciae, Camissoniopsis micrantha, Camissoniopsis pallida, Camissoniopsis proavita, Camissoniopsis robusta, Chylismia atwoodii, Chylismia confertiflora, Chylismia eastwoodiae, Chylismia exilis, Chylismia megalantha, Chylismia munzii, Chylismia specicola, Chylismia arenaria, Chylismia brevipes, Chylismia cardiophylla, Chylismia claviformis, Chylismia heterochroma, Chylismia parryi, Chylismia scapoidea, Chylismia walkeri, Chylismiella pterosperma,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2790063: Based on the initial data import
Peter H. Raven (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.H.Raven' in the authors string.