Lysimachia terrestris aka Lake Loosestrife

Q: What is the growth pattern and size of Lake Loosestrife?

Lake Loosestrife grows vertically and new growth emerges from the top of the plant.

Q: What are the water needs for Lake Loosestrife

Lake Loosestrife should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Q: What is the right soil for Lake Loosestrife

Lake Loosestrife loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

Q: What is the sunlight requirement for Lake Loosestrife

Lake Loosestrife thrives in bright and direct sunlight. To ensure your plant receives enough light to survive, place it less than one foot from a window. The current weather in your area may affect the placement in your home. For example, if you live in a region that has longer and more intense periods of sunlight, then you may want to place the plant farther away from the window to avoid direct sunlight and reduce the risk of sunburn. Alternatively, if you live in a region with relatively milder temperatures and less intense sunlight, then you may be able to place the plant closer to the window for increased exposure. Ultimately, the current weather in your area should be taken into consideration when determining the best placement for your Swamp Loosestrife.

Taxonomy ID: 4562

Genus Lysimachia Family Primulaceae Order Ericales Class Magnoliopsida Phylum Tracheophyta

Common names

Lake Loosestrife, Bog Loosestrife, Earth Loosestrife, Swamp Candles, Swamp Loosestrife, Swamp Yellow Loosestrife, Bulblet Loosestrife

More information about Lake Loosestrife

What is the growth pattern and size of Lake Loosestrife?

Lake Loosestrife grows vertically and new growth emerges from the top of the plant.

What is the region of origin of Lake Loosestrife

Lake Loosestrife’s native range is Worldwide.

What are the water needs for Lake Loosestrife

Lake Loosestrife should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

What is the right soil for Lake Loosestrife

Lake Loosestrife loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

What is the sunlight requirement for Lake Loosestrife

Lake Loosestrife thrives in bright and direct sunlight. To ensure your plant receives enough light to survive, place it less than one foot from a window. The current weather in your area may affect the placement in your home. For example, if you live in a region that has longer and more intense periods of sunlight, then you may want to place the plant farther away from the window to avoid direct sunlight and reduce the risk of sunburn. Alternatively, if you live in a region with relatively milder temperatures and less intense sunlight, then you may be able to place the plant closer to the window for increased exposure. Ultimately, the current weather in your area should be taken into consideration when determining the best placement for your Swamp Loosestrife.

What's the right humidity for Lake Loosestrife

The Lake Loosestrife is not in need of supplementary humidity. Most water is taken in by plants through their roots, thus soil watering is the most efficient way to provide humidity to your plants.

How to fertilize Lake Loosestrife

The Lake Loosestrife should be repotted either when it doubles in size or annually, whichever comes first. Providing new potting soil with all the vital nutrients annually is enough to support the growth of the plant, and thus, there is no need for fertilizer. Remember that plants derive their energy from the sun, not fertilizer.

Is Lake Loosestrife toxic to humans/pets?

Ploi's records do not contain confirmed information on the toxicity of this particular plant. In the event of accidental ingestion of plant material with questionable toxicity by you, a family member, or a pet, it is always a good idea to consult a healthcare professional.

More info:
Wikipedia • GBIF

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