Lysimachia laxa
Lysimachia laxa, commonly known as the loose-flowered loosestrife, is a perennial herb distinguished by its delicate, yellowish blooms. Native to diverse habitats, this plant is valued in traditional herbalism for its potential therapeutic properties. Understanding its botanical characteristics is essential for identifying its unique role within medicinal ecosystems.
- Scientific name: Lysimachia laxa
- Family: Primulaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae and order Ericales, it is a member of the family Primulaceae. Specifically, it is categorized under the genus Lysimachia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ericales | WCVP |
| Family | Primulaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Lysimachia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across various parts of Asia. In China, it is specifically found throughout the South-Central regions. Its presence extends into the Indian Subcontinent, where it inhabits the state of Assam and the East Himalaya. Additionally, the species can be located within the mountainous terrain of Nepal. Finally, its range reaches further south to include the island of Sri Lanka.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| Malesia | Jawa | WCVP |
| Malesia | Lesser Sunda Is. | WCVP |
Activities
Lysimachia laxa has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anthelmintic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anthelmintic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |