Status:
valid
Authors:
Gren.
Source:
Year:
1853
Citation Micro:
Arch. Fl. France Allemagne 1: 280 (1853)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000048779
Common Names
- Mixed Broomrape
- Mixed Broomrape Plant
- Mixed Orobanche
Description
Pedicularis mixta (also called mixed lousewort, among many other common names) is a herbaceous plant native to Europe. It grows in moist soils, and can be found in meadows, grasslands, and other areas with shallow soil.
Uses & Benefits
Pedicularis mixta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pedicularis mixta is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pedicularis mixta is a perennial herb native to Europe. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil. The soil should be kept moist, but not overly wet, and the seeds should be placed in a warm, sunny location. The seeds should be kept in a humid environment and should be monitored for signs of rot or disease. Once the seeds have germinated, they can be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a sunny location.
Where to Find Pedicularis mixta
Pedicularis mixta can be found in the mountains of Central and Eastern Europe.
Pedicularis mixta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pedicularis mixta?
Pedicularis mixta
What is the natural habitat of Pedicularis mixta?
Pedicularis mixta is native to Europe.
What type of soil does Pedicularis mixta prefer?
Pedicularis mixta prefers moist, well-draining soil.
Species in the Pedicularis genus
Pedicularis collata,
Pedicularis collettii,
Pedicularis columigera,
Pedicularis comosa,
Pedicularis compacta,
Pedicularis curvipes,
Pedicularis chamissonoides,
Pedicularis cheilanthifolia,
Pedicularis chihuahuensis,
Pedicularis cholashanensis,
Pedicularis chorgonica,
Pedicularis crassirostris,
Pedicularis condensata,
Pedicularis cornigera,
Pedicularis cooperi,
Pedicularis brachystachys,
Pedicularis cabulica,
Pedicularis brevifolia,
Pedicularis brachyodonta,
Pedicularis brevirostris,
Pedicularis breviscaposa,
Pedicularis bonatii,
Pedicularis brachychila,
Pedicularis cacuminidenta,
Pedicularis caucasica,
Pedicularis cephalanthoides,
Pedicularis cenisia,
Pedicularis cadmea,
Pedicularis canescens,
Pedicularis exigua,
Pedicularis ferdinandi,
Pedicularis evrardii,
Pedicularis ernesti-mayeri,
Pedicularis elsholtzioides,
Pedicularis fetisowi,
Pedicularis eriophora,
Pedicularis fletcheri,
Pedicularis flexosoides,
Pedicularis flava,
Pedicularis foliosa,
Pedicularis fissa,
Pedicularis flagellaris,
Pedicularis flammea,
Pedicularis delphinata,
Pedicularis dasystachys,
Pedicularis denudata,
Pedicularis dhurensis,
Pedicularis elongata,
Pedicularis czuiliensis,
Pedicularis daghestanica,
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:807354-1: 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].