Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
doerfleri
ID:
1409313

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ronniger) Stace

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
New J. Bot. 7(1): 10. 2017 [18 Aug 2017] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001421778



Common Names

  • Lysimachia doerfleri
  • Doerfler's Loosestrife
  • Doerfler's Lysimachia


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Description

Lysimachia doerfleri (also called 'Doerfler's Lysimachia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with white flowers and small, pointed leaves. It is native to South Africa and grows in rocky, well-drained soils in mountain and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lysimachia doerfleri has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lysimachia doerfleri is small and white, with five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lysimachia doerfleri is a shrub native to East Asia. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Germination can take up to two months.

Where to Find Lysimachia doerfleri

Lysimachia doerfleri is native to the eastern United States and Canada. It is found in moist, wooded areas, such as forests and wetlands.

Lysimachia doerfleri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lysimachia doerfleri?

Lysimachia doerfleri

What is the common name of Lysimachia doerfleri?

Doerfler's Lysimachia

What is the natural habitat of Lysimachia doerfleri?

Mountain meadows and grasslands

Species in the Lysimachia genus

Lysimachia vulgaris, Lysimachia scopulensis, Lysimachia scandens, Lysimachia ruhmeriana, Lysimachia santapaui, Lysimachia punctata, Lysimachia remotiflora, Lysimachia rapensis, Lysimachia radicans, Lysimachia thyrsiflora, Lysimachia terrestris, Lysimachia tenella, Lysimachia venosa, Lysimachia sumatranica, Lysimachia sikokiana, Lysimachia sertulata, Lysimachia serpyllifolia, Lysimachia baviensis, Lysimachia atropurpurea, Lysimachia assamica, Lysimachia eileta, Lysimachia eberhardtii, Lysimachia adoensis, Lysimachia ephemerum, Lysimachia maritima, Lysimachia minoricensis, Lysimachia linearifolia, Lysimachia leucantha, Lysimachia leschenaultii, Lysimachia liukiuensis, Lysimachia linum-stellatum, Lysimachia pendens, Lysimachia pilosa, Lysimachia pilophora, Lysimachia nemorum, Lysimachia nummularia, Lysimachia pacifica, Lysimachia oppositifolia, Lysimachia ohsumiensis, Lysimachia fraseri, Lysimachia dubia, Lysimachia cousiniana, Lysimachia forbesii, Lysimachia fletcheri, Lysimachia chenii, Lysimachia buxifolia, Lysimachia ciliata, Lysimachia clethroides, Lysimachia christinae, Lysimachia interjacens,

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,

References

Clive A. Stace (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stace' in the authors string.
Karl Ronniger (1871-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ronniger' in the authors string.