Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptocarpum
ID:
669992

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hausskn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Epilobium : 258 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000669324



Common Names

  • Leptocarpum Willowherb
  • Leptocarpum Epilobium
  • Leptocarpum Fireweed


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Description

Epilobium leptocarpum (also called Small-fruited Willow-herb, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 50 cm tall. It has small, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California, and is found in moist meadows, streambanks and other wet areas.

Uses & Benefits

Epilobium laxum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Epilobium leptocarpum has white to pink flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epilobium leptocarpum 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 leptocarpum

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

Epilobium leptocarpum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epilobium leptocarpum?

Epilobium leptocarpum

What is the common name of Epilobium leptocarpum?

Slender Willowherb

What is the habitat of Epilobium leptocarpum?

Moist meadows, ditches, and streambanks

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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