Loeselia rupestris - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rupestris
ID:
443342
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 9: 319 (1845)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000442674
Common Names
- Loeselia rupestris
- Rupestrian Loeselia
- Rupestrian Loosestrife
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Hoitzia floribunda M.Martens & Galeotti [unknown]
Description
Loeselia rupestris (also called 'Rock Loeselia', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to South Africa. It has small, lance-shaped leaves and produces white or pink flowers in the summer. It prefers dry, well-drained soils and can be found in meadows, woodlands, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Loeselia rupestris is an attractive ornamental plant that is used in gardens and flower beds. It has attractive foliage and flowers that attract butterflies and bees. It can also be used as a ground cover to suppress weeds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Loeselia rupestris is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single stem with two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Loeselia rupestris is a succulent plant that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings have rooted. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix in the spring or summer. The soil should be kept moist until the seeds have germinated.
Where to Find Loeselia rupestris
Loeselia rupestris is native to Mexico and can be found in dry and rocky areas.
Loeselia rupestris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Loeselia rupestris?
Loeselia rupestris
What type of plant is Loeselia rupestris?
It is a shrub
Where is Loeselia rupestris found?
It is found in 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
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:142923-2: Based on the initial data import