Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
acaulis
ID:
446548

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sessé & Moc.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Fl. Mexic. , ed. 2: 143 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000445880



Common Names

  • Stemless Mudwort
  • Mudwort
  • Mudwort Mudwort


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Description

Limosella acaulis (also called Stemless Mudwort, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial plant in the Plantaginaceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall, branched stem. It is native to North America and grows in wet, marshy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Limosella acaulis is used as an ornamental plant and as a ground cover. It can also be used to purify water and as a natural mosquito repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Limosella acaulis is white and has five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Limosella acaulis is a low-growing, perennial plant that can be propagated by division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and should be planted in a sunny or partially shaded area. It can be grown in both containers and in the ground. It is best to prune the stems regularly to keep the plant from becoming too tall.

Where to Find Limosella acaulis

Limosella acaulis is native to parts of Europe, Asia, and North America.

Limosella acaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Limosella acaulis?

Limosella acaulis

What is the common name of Limosella acaulis?

Stemless Mudwort

What is the family of Limosella acaulis?

Plantaginaceae

Species in the Plantaginaceae family

Acanthorrhinum ramosissimum, Adenosma annamense, Adenosma bracteosum, Adenosma camphoratum, Adenosma cordifolium, Adenosma debilis, Adenosma elsholtzioides, Adenosma glutinosum, Adenosma hirsutum, Adenosma indianum, Adenosma inopinatum, Adenosma javanicum, Adenosma macrophyllum, Adenosma malabaricum, Adenosma microcephalum, Adenosma muelleri, Adenosma nelsonioides, Adenosma papuana, Adenosma punctata, Adenosma retusilobum, Adenosma subrepens, Adenosma ternata, Adenosma thorelii, Agathelpis adunca, Agathelpis brevifolia, Agathelpis mucronata, Albraunia foveopilosa, Albraunia fugax, Albraunia psilosperma, Anamaria heterophylla, Anarrhinum bellidifolium, Anarrhinum corsicum, Anarrhinum duriminium, Anarrhinum forsskaolii, Anarrhinum fruticosum, Anarrhinum intermedium, Anarrhinum laxiflorum, Anarrhinum longipedicellatum, Anarrhinum orientale, Anarrhinum pedatum, Anarrhinum forskaohlii, Ancistrostylis harmandii, Angelonia acuminatissima, Angelonia alternifolia, Angelonia angustifolia, Angelonia arguta, Angelonia biflora, Angelonia bisaccata, Angelonia blanchetii, Angelonia campestris,

References

Martín Sessé y Lacasta (1751-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sessé' in the authors string.
José Mariano Mociño (1757-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moc.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:140365-2: 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].