Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
glandulosa
ID:
444847

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cav.) G.Don

Source:
cmp

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist. 4: 248 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000444179



Common Names

  • Loeselia glandulosa
  • Glandular loeselia
  • Loeselia


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Description

Loeselia glandulosa (also called Glandulosa, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas and on roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Loeselia glandulosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Loeselia glandulosa sub. sonorae Namoff & J.M.Porter

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Loeselia glandulosa has white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Loeselia glandulosa is a perennial that is native to Mexico and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and lightly covered. The seeds should germinate in 10-14 days. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Loeselia glandulosa

Loeselia glandulosa is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chihuahua and Durango.

Loeselia glandulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Loeselia glandulosa?

Loeselia glandulosa

What type of plant is Loeselia glandulosa?

Perennial herb

Where does Loeselia glandulosa grow?

Western North America

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 kew-2495093: Based on the initial data import
George Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' in the authors string.
Antonio José Cavanilles (1745-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cav.' in the authors string.