Loeselia greggii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
greggii
ID:
1263348
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Watson
Source:
tro
Year:
1883
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 18: 117 (1883)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001262686
Common Names
- Loeselia greggii
- Gregg's Loeselia
- Gregg's Plumeseed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Loeselia greggii (also called Gregg's Loeselia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical America. It grows in moist, shady habitats and has small, white flowers and glossy, dark green leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Loeselia greggii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Loeselia greggii has small white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Loeselia greggii can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is hardy to USDA zones 8-10.
Where to Find Loeselia greggii
Loeselia greggii can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
Loeselia greggii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Loeselia greggii?
Loeselia greggii
What is the common name of Loeselia greggii?
Gregg's Loeselia
Where is Loeselia greggii native to?
Mexico
Species in the Loeselia genus
Loeselia rupestris, Loeselia grandiflora, Loeselia glandulosa, Loeselia ciliata, Loeselia tancitaroensis, Loeselia spectabilis, Loeselia mexicana, Loeselia pumila, Loeselia coerulea, Loeselia hintoniorum, Loeselia greggii, Loeselia amplectens, Loeselia purpusii, Loeselia cordifolia, Loeselia rzedowskii, Loeselia campechiana,
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-50203507: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.