Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
speciosum
ID:
670469

Status:
valid

Authors:
Decne.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Voy. Inde 4: 57 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000669801



Common Names

  • Showy Willowherb
  • Showy Epilobium
  • Showy Fireweed


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Description

Epilobium speciosum (also called Showy Willowherb, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to the western United States and is found in moist meadows, grasslands, and along streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Epilobium speciosum has small, white to pink flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epilobium speciosum is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shaded areas. It is easy to propagate from seed, which should be sown in the spring. Division of the clumps can also be done in the spring. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in the summer.

Where to Find Epilobium speciosum

Epilobium speciosum is native to Europe and can be found in wet meadows, streambanks, and other moist habitats.

Epilobium speciosum FAQ

What is the optimal soil type for Epilobium speciosum?

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

How much sunlight does Epilobium speciosum need?

Epilobium speciosum prefers partial shade to full sun.

What is the typical growth rate of Epilobium speciosum?

Epilobium speciosum 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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