Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
intersitum
ID:
669908

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hausskn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Epilobium : 177 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000669240



Common Names

  • Intersitum Willowherb
  • Intersitum Epilobium
  • Intersitum Fireweed


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Description

Epilobium intersitum (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 intersitum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Epilobium intersitum 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 intersitum 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 intersitum

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

Epilobium intersitum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epilobium intersitum?

Epilobium intersitum

What is the family of Epilobium intersitum?

Onagraceae

What is the habitat of Epilobium intersitum?

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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