Loeselia purpusii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
purpusii
ID:
1266607
Status:
valid
Authors:
Brandegee
Source:
tro
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. 3: 389 (1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001265945
Common Names
- Loeselia Purpusii
- Purpusii Loeselia
- Purpusii Loeselias
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Loeselia purpusii (also called 'Purpus' 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 purpusii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Loeselia purpusii 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Loeselia purpusii 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 purpusii
Loeselia purpusii can be found in Mexico and Guatemala.
Loeselia purpusii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Loeselia purpusii?
Loeselia purpusii
What is the common name of Loeselia purpusii?
Purpus' Loeselia
What type of plant is Loeselia purpusii?
A perennial herb
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-50219618: Based on the initial data import
Townshend Stith Brandegee (1843-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brandegee' in the authors string.