Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crassum
ID:
669647

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Fl. Nov.-Zel. 2: 328 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000668979



Common Names

  • Thick-stemmed Willowherb
  • Thick-stemmed Epilobium
  • Thick-stemmed Willowweed


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Synonyms

  • Epilobium antipodum Petrie [unknown]

Description

Epilobium crassum (also called Thickleaf Willowherb, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It typically grows in moist areas, such as meadows, marshes, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Epilobium crassum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Epilobium crassum has small, white flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epilobium crassum is a perennial herb native to North America. It can be propagated by seed or division. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. Provide bright, indirect light. Division can be done in spring or early summer. Dig up the plant and divide the rootball into several sections, making sure each section has some roots. Replant the divisions in well-draining soil and water thoroughly.

Where to Find Epilobium crassum

Epilobium crassum is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes.

Epilobium crassum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epilobium crassum?

Epilobium crassum

What is the common name of Epilobium crassum?

Thick Willowherb

What are the uses of Epilobium crassum?

It is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes

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,

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