Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
purpurea
ID:
446286

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.A.Cummins ex King

Source:
ksu

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 64: 137 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000445618



Common Names

  • Lathraea purpurea
  • Purpurea Moss
  • Purpurea Moss-like Moss


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Description

Lathraea purpurea (also called Purple Toothwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It is found in woodland, grassland, and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lathraea purpurea is used as a medicinal plant and as a food source for livestock. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lathraea purpurea is white or pinkish, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lathraea purpurea is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows up to 8 inches in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in a warm, sunny location. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 6 inches tall.

Where to Find Lathraea purpurea

Lathraea purpurea is native to Europe and can be found in damp meadows, marshes, and wet woodlands.

Lathraea purpurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lathraea phelypea?

Lathraea phelypea

What is the common name of Lathraea phelypea?

Phelypea Toothwort

Where is Lathraea phelypea found?

It is found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Species in the Orobanchaceae family

Aeginetia indica, Aeginetia mirabilis, Aeginetia mpomii, Aeginetia selebica, Aeginetia sessilis, Aeginetia sinensis, Aeginetia flava, Aeginetia acaulis, Agalinis angustifolia, Agalinis aphylla, Agalinis aspera, Agalinis auriculata, Agalinis bandeirensis, Agalinis bangii, Agalinis brachyphylla, Agalinis calycina, Agalinis chaparensis, Agalinis communis, Agalinis decemloba, Agalinis densiflora, Agalinis digitalis, Agalinis divaricata, Agalinis edwardsiana, Agalinis fasciculata, Agalinis fiebrigii, Agalinis filicaulis, Agalinis filifolia, Agalinis gattingeri, Agalinis genistifolia, Agalinis gypsophila, Agalinis heterophylla, Agalinis homalantha, Agalinis humilis, Agalinis itambensis, Agalinis kingsii, Agalinis lanceolata, Agalinis laxa, Agalinis linarioides, Agalinis linifolia, Agalinis maritima, Agalinis megalantha, Agalinis meyeniana, Agalinis nana, Agalinis navasotensis, Agalinis neoscotica, Agalinis obtusifolia, Agalinis oligophylla, Agalinis peduncularis, Agalinis pennellii, Agalinis plukenetii,

References

Henry Alfred Cummins (1864-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.A.Cummins' in the authors string.
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:662050-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].