Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
interjectum
ID:
669902

Status:
valid

Authors:
Smejkal

Source:
cmp

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Cas. Morav. Muz. Zemsk. 79: 82 (1994 publ. 1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000669234



Common Names

  • Interjected Willowherb
  • Interjected Epilobium
  • Interjected Fireweed


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Synonyms

  • Epilobium aboense Montell [unknown]

Description

Epilobium interjectum (also called Interrupted Willowherb, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and erect stems with pink flowers. It grows in moist meadows, along streams, and in other wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Epilobium interjectum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb for treating skin ailments and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Epilobium interjectum is a small, four-petaled, pinkish-white flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epilobium interjectum is a perennial herb native to Europe. It can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can also be grown in containers.

Where to Find Epilobium interjectum

Epilobium interjectum can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Oregon, and Washington.

Epilobium interjectum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epilobium interjectum?

Epilobium interjectum

What is the family of Epilobium interjectum?

Onagraceae

What is the habitat of Epilobium interjectum?

Grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

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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