Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptostachya
ID:
270987

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 601 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270319



Common Names

  • Phryma leptostachya
  • Leptostachya Phryma
  • Leptostachya Lopseed


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Synonyms

  • Phryma leptostachya leptostachya [unknown]

Description

Phryma leptostachya (also called Slender-spiked Phryma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant found in the eastern United States. It is an annual herb with a single, erect stem and a single, terminal leaf. The flowers are white or pinkish and have a short, curved spur. It grows in moist, sandy soils in open woodlands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Phryma leptostachya is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues. Its attractive foliage and flowers make it a great addition to any garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phryma leptostachya is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phryma leptostachya can be propagated by division or by seed. Division is best done in the spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Germination usually takes place within 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Phryma leptostachya

Phryma leptostachya is native to the eastern United States, from New York to Florida and west to Texas.

Phryma leptostachya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phryma leptostachya?

Phryma leptostachya

What is the natural habitat of Phryma leptostachya?

It is found in moist woods, meadows, and thickets in the eastern United States.

What is the flower color of Phryma leptostachya?

The flowers are white or pinkish white.

Species in the Phryma genus

Species in the Phrymaceae family

Diplacus aridus, Diplacus aurantiacus, Diplacus calycinus, Diplacus clevelandii, Diplacus grandiflorus, Diplacus linearis, Diplacus lompocensis, Diplacus longiflorus, Diplacus parviflorus, Diplacus puniceus, Diplacus rutilus, Diplacus stellatus, Diplacus parryi, Diplacus rupicola, Diplacus bigelovii, Diplacus bolanderi, Diplacus clivicola, Diplacus constrictus, Diplacus cusickii, Diplacus fremontii, Diplacus jepsonii, Diplacus johnstonii, Diplacus layneae, Diplacus leptaleus, Diplacus mephiticus, Diplacus mohavensis, Diplacus nanus, Diplacus rattanii, Diplacus viscidus, Diplacus pictus, Diplacus angustatus, Diplacus pulchellus, Diplacus tricolor, Diplacus congdonii, Diplacus douglasii, Diplacus kelloggii, Diplacus torreyi, Diplacus traskiae, Diplacus compactus, Diplacus vandenbergensis, Diplacus ovatus, Diplacus brandegeei, Diplacus thompsonii, Diplacus cusickioides, Diplacus deschutesensis, Diplacus cascadensis, Diplacus bicolor, Diplacus brevipes, Diplacus australis, Diplacus pygmaeus,

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:282742-2: 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].