Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
cordifolia
ID:
1266608

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl. & Rose

Source:
tro

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 26: t. 2551. 1898 [1899 publ. Apr 1898]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001265946



Common Names

  • Loeselia Cordifolia
  • Cordifolia Loeselia
  • Cordifolia Loeselias


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Description

Loeselia cordifolia (also called 'Heart-Leaved Loeselia', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing plant, with small, bright green leaves and white flowers. It is found in dry, sandy soils, and can tolerate drought and heat.

Uses & Benefits

Loeselia cordifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Loeselia cordifolia has small white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Loeselia cordifolia can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the plants when they are actively growing.

Where to Find Loeselia cordifolia

Loeselia cordifolia can be found in Mexico and Guatemala.

Loeselia cordifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Loeselia cordifolia?

Loeselia cordifolia

What is the common name of Loeselia cordifolia?

Heart-leaved Loeselia

What is the native range of Loeselia cordifolia?

Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean

Species in the Polemoniaceae family

Acanthogilia gloriosa, Aliciella caespitosa, Aliciella formosa, Aliciella haydenii, Aliciella heterostyla, Aliciella humillima, Aliciella hutchinsifolia, Aliciella latifolia, Aliciella leptomeria, Aliciella lottiae, Aliciella mcvickerae, Aliciella micromeria, Aliciella nyensis, Aliciella pentstemonoides, Aliciella pinnatifida, Aliciella ripleyi, Aliciella sedifolia, Aliciella stenothyrsa, Aliciella subacaulis, Aliciella subnuda, Aliciella tenuis, Aliciella triodon, Aliciella monoensis, Aliciella cliffordii, Allophyllum divaricatum, Allophyllum gilioides, Allophyllum glutinosum, Allophyllum integrifolium, Allophyllum nemophilophyllum, Bonplandia geminiflora, Bonplandia linearis, Bryantiella palmeri, Cantua dendritica, Cantua mediamnis, Cantua volcanica, Cantua alutacea, Cantua bicolor, Cantua buxifolia, Cantua candelilla, Cantua coerulea, Cantua cordata, Cantua cuzcoensis, Cantua flexuosa, Cantua glutinosa, Cantua hibrida, Cantua longifolia, Cantua megapotamica, Cantua ovata, Cantua pyrifolia, Cantua quercifolia,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50219619: Based on the initial data import
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.