Lysimachia punctata
L.
Primulaceae
Common Name: Spotted Loosestrife
General Information
Lysimachia punctata is a
It is often grown as an ornamental, there are several named varieties.
This species is widespread throughout Europe and occurs both within and outside its native range as an introduction. The plant is classified as 'Least Concern' in the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species(2013)[
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Known Hazards
None known
Botanical References
Range
Habitat
Usually found near water, in ditches, swamps, bogs and marshes; at elevations up to 1,600 metres[
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Properties
| Conservation Status | Least Concern |
| Height | 0.00 m |
| Cultivation Status | Ornamental, Wild |
Cultivation Details
Not known
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal
The leaves and flowers are boiled and drunk asa tea for treating abdominal pain[
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- IUCN Red List of Threatened Species
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- http://www.iucnredlist.org/
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- A list of plants under threat and facing possible extinction, usually with brief details of the threats and information on habitat.
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Other Uses
None known
Propagation
Seed -
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Useful Temperate Plants Database 2016 by
Ken Fern,
web interface by
Ajna Fern
with help from
Richard Morris.
