Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tetragonum
ID:
670515

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 348 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000669847



Common Names

  • Square-Stemmed Willowherb
  • Square-Stemmed Epilobium
  • Square-Stemmed Fireweed


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Synonyms

  • Chamaenerion tetragonum Scop. [unknown]
  • Epilobium adnatum Griseb. [unknown]
  • Epilobium decurrens hort. [unknown]
  • Epilobium dregeanum E.Mey. ex Hausskn. [unknown]
  • Epilobium dubium Curt. [unknown]
  • Epilobium flaccidum Brot. [unknown]
  • Epilobium glabellum tetragonum (L.) Maiden & Betche [unknown]
  • Epilobium heterophyllum Nutt. ex Hausskn. [unknown]
  • Epilobium micranthum Pall. ex Hausskn. [unknown]
  • Epilobium novum Winterl [unknown]
  • Epilobium obscurum F.W.Schmidt [unknown]
  • Epilobium obscurum Hort.Matr. ex M.Bieb. [unknown]
  • Epilobium palustre Ucria [unknown]
  • Epilobium ptarmicifolium F.W.Schultz [unknown]
  • Epilobium salzmannii Boiss. & Reut. ex Nyman [unknown]
  • Epilobium serrulatum Pourr. ex Willk. [unknown]
  • Epilobium tetragonum Guss. [unknown]
  • Epilobium tetragonum adnatum (Griseb.) Cabanès [unknown]
  • Epilobium tournefortii Freyn [unknown]
  • Epilobium virgatum W.D.J.Koch [unknown]
  • Epilobium adnatum rodriguezii Sennen [unknown]
  • Epilobium tetragonum tetragonum [unknown]

Description

Epilobium tetragonum (also called Square-stemmed Willowherb, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to Europe, and is found in alpine and subalpine meadows. It prefers moist soils and can tolerate temperatures as low as -25°C.

Uses & Benefits

Epilobium tetragonum has been used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Epilobium tetragonum sub. lamyi (F.W.Schultz) Nyman
Epilobium tetragonum sub. tournefortii (Michalet) H.Lév.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Epilobium tetragonum has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epilobium tetragonum is a perennial herb that is native to Europe and Asia. It is typically found in moist meadows, ditches, and other wet habitats. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame or in the autumn in a cold frame. Division should be done in the spring or autumn. Plants can also be propagated by cuttings taken in the summer.

Where to Find Epilobium tetragonum

Epilobium tetragonum is native to Europe, from the British Isles to the Mediterranean and east to the Caucasus.

Epilobium tetragonum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epilobium tetragonum?

Epilobium tetragonum

What is the natural habitat of Epilobium tetragonum?

Epilobium tetragonum is native to the Mediterranean region.

What type of soil does Epilobium tetragonum prefer?

Epilobium tetragonum prefers well-drained, sandy soil.

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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