Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lactiflorum
ID:
669952

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hausskn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 29: 89 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000669284



Common Names

  • Lactiflorum Willowherb
  • Lactiflorum Epilobium
  • Lactiflorum Fireweed


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Synonyms

  • Epilobium alpinum lactiflorum A.H.Moore [unknown]
  • Epilobium alpinum lactiflorum (Hausskn.) C.L.Hitchc. [unknown]
  • Epilobium alpinum nutans Hornem. [unknown]
  • Epilobium canadense H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Epilobium canadense albescens H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Epilobium hornemannii lactiflorum (Hausskn.) D.Löve [unknown]
  • Epilobium nutans Hornem. [unknown]

Description

Epilobium lactiflorum (also called Milkflower 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 lactiflorum is used to treat urinary tract infections, as an astringent, and to reduce inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Epilobium lactiflorum 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 lactiflorum is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady places. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the spring and divisions can be made in the spring or autumn.

Where to Find Epilobium lactiflorum

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

Epilobium lactiflorum FAQ

What is the optimal soil type for Epilobium lactiflorum?

Epilobium lactiflorum prefers moist, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0.

How much sunlight does Epilobium lactiflorum need?

Epilobium lactiflorum prefers partial shade to full sun.

What is the typical growth rate of Epilobium lactiflorum?

Epilobium lactiflorum typically grows at a moderate rate.

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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