Lysimachia — 16 species
Botanical species in the genus Lysimachia recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Lysimachia barystachys
Lysimachia barystachys
Family: Primulaceae
Cultivation
An easily grown plant, succeeding in a moist loamy soil. Most species in this genus seem to be immune to the predations of rabbits.
Full cultivation guide →Lysimachia christiniae
Lysimachia christiniae
Family: Primulaceae
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. An easily grown plant, succeeding in a moist loamy soil.
Full cultivation guide →Lysimachia clethroides
Lysimachia clethroides
Family: Primulaceae
Cultivation
An easily grown plant, succeeding in a moist loamy soil. Grows well in heavy clay soils. Succeeds in sun or semi-shade.
Full cultivation guide →Lysimachia eleutheroides
Lysimachia eleutheroides
Family: Primulaceae
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in many parts of this country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. An easily grown plant, succeeding in a moist loamy soil.
Full cultivation guide →Lysimachia foenum-graecum
Lysimachia foenum-graecum
Family: Primulaceae
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain. The dried plant has a curry-like aroma. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus.
Full cultivation guide →Lysimachia fortunei
Lysimachia fortunei
Family: Primulaceae
Cultivation
An easily grown plant, succeeding in a moist loamy soil. Judging by its native habitat, it should succeed in shallow water. Grows well in heavy clay soils.
Full cultivation guide →Lysimachia nemorum
Lysimachia nemorum
Family: Primulaceae
Cultivation
An easily grown plant, succeeding in a moist or wet loamy soil in sun or partial shade. Hardy to at least -25°c. Most species in this genus seem to be immune to the predations of rabbits.
Full cultivation guide →Lysimachia nummularia
Lysimachia nummularia
Family: Primulaceae
Cultivation
Lysimachia nummularia is a very cold-hardy plant, tolerating temperatures down to at least -25°c when fully dormant. An easily grown plant, succeeding in a moist loamy soil. Grows well in heavy clay soils.
Full cultivation guide →Lysimachia paridiformis
Lysimachia paridiformis
Family: Primulaceae
Cultivation
An easily grown plant, succeeding in a moist loamy soil. Judging by its native habitat, it should succeed in shallow water. Grows well in heavy clay soils.
Full cultivation guide →Lysimachia punctata
Lysimachia punctata
Family: Primulaceae
Lysimachia quadrifolia
Lysimachia quadrifolia
Family: Primulaceae
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in many parts of the country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. An easily grown plant, succeeding in a moist loamy soil.
Full cultivation guide →Lysimachia sikokiana
Lysimachia sikokiana
Family: Primulaceae
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in many parts of the country. The dried plant is very fragrant. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus.
Full cultivation guide →Lysimachia thyrsiflora
Lysimachia thyrsiflora
Family: Primulaceae
Cultivation
Lysimachia thyrsiflora is known to hybridize readily with Lysimachia terrestris.
Full cultivation guide →Lysimachia vulgaris
Lysimachia vulgaris
Family: Primulaceae
Cultivation
An easily grown plant, succeeding in a moist or wet loamy soil in sun or partial shade. Prefers a shady position. Grows well in heavy clay soils.
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