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Description
Lysimachia arvensis subsp. arvensis, commonly known as arable yellow loosestrife, is a herbaceous perennial plant belonging to the family Primulaceae. This plant is native to Europe and Western Asia and can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and ditches. It is a rhizomatous plant that can grow up to 30-60 cm in height. It has lance-shaped leaves and yellow flowers that bloom from June to September.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ericales |
| Family | Primulaceae |
| Genus | Lysimachia |
Appearance
Arable yellow loosestrife has lance-shaped, glossy green leaves that are 2-4 cm long and 0.5-1 cm wide. The plant produces yellow flowers that are about 1 cm in diameter and have five petals. The flowers bloom in clusters at the top of the stem from June to September. The stem of the plant is smooth and green, and can grow up to 60 cm tall. The plant spreads through rhizomes and can form dense mats.
Care Guide
Water
Lysimachia arvensis subsp. arvensis prefers moist soil and can grow in standing water. It is important to keep the soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged.
Fertilization
This plant does not require fertilization, but adding organic matter to the soil can improve its growth.
Soil
Arable yellow loosestrife prefers moist, well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter. It can tolerate a range of soil types, including clay and sand.
Sunlight
This plant prefers full sun to partial shade.
Hardiness Zones
Lysimachia arvensis subsp. arvensis is hardy in USDA zones 4-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Arable yellow loosestrife is not commonly affected by pests or diseases. However, it can be susceptible to root rot if the soil is too wet or poorly drained.
Habitat
This plant is native to Europe and Western Asia and can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and ditches. It is often used in wetland restoration projects and can tolerate periodic flooding.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Lysimachia arvensis subsp. arvensis an invasive species?
A: No, this plant is not considered invasive.
Q: Can arable yellow loosestrife be grown in containers?
A: Yes, this plant can be grown in containers as long as the soil is consistently moist.
Q: Does Lysimachia arvensis subsp. arvensis attract pollinators?
A: Yes, this plant is attractive to bees and butterflies.
Q: Can arable yellow loosestrife be propagated by division?
A: Yes, this plant can be propagated by dividing the rhizomes in early spring or fall.
Related Plants
- Lysimachia nummularia
- Lysimachia vulgaris
- Lysimachia punctata
References
- Encyclopedia of Life. (n.d.). Lysimachia arvensis subsp. arvensis. Retrieved from https://eol.org/pages/5792469
- RHS. (n.d.). Lysimachia arvensis subsp. arvensis. Retrieved from https://www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/9294/Lysimachia-arvensis-subsp-arvensis/Details
- USDA. (n.d.). Plants Profile for Lysimachia arvensis subsp. arvensis. Retrieved from https://plants.usda.gov/core/profile?symbol=LYARA
