Phryma leptostachya Seeds | Lopseed
LATIN NAME: Phryma leptostachya
COMMON NAME: Lopseed
Plant Profile
Among the ornamental and useful plants raised from seed, Lopseed (Phryma leptostachya) stands out as a slender, erect, perennial. Growth is steadily, plant forming a rounded crown that reaches 5-10 metres. Choose full sun and deep, fertile ground for this plant. Each of these traits is modest on its own; together they make a garden-worthy plant.
Science & Biotechnology
Phryma leptostachya sits in the Phryma group, a group that keeps botanists, horticulturists and plant breeders busy with questions of classification, adaptation and ornamental potential. Lopseed has a real and distinguished place in the research. Because it has been grown for so long, its garden habits are thoroughly documented.
Uses & Benefits
Gardeners value Lopseed for its ornamental character, and the plant also fits naturally into herb, vegetable and cutting gardens. Ecologically, lopseed is a generous plant of shaded garden. Its tall, slender, upright spikes of small, white or pale-pink flowers feed bees and many insects, and its fine, leafy growth gives a neat, fine presence to woodland garden and shaded border. Once settled, it thrives on neglect more than on fussing.
Lopseed is a modest woodland wildflower of botanic gardens; its folk footprint is tiny, its charm real.
Growing from Seed
Starting Lopseed from seed is simple and satisfying. Sow evenly over the surface and cover lightly into a loose, well-drained seed compost, water in gently, and keep the sowing in full sun with steady moisture. Once the seedlings have made true leaves, pot them on individually and plant out when they are sturdy and conditions are right.
Our Take
Being a slender, erect, perennial, it asks for a permanent spot and repays it yearly. Given full sun and free drainage, it asks for little routine attention.
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