Family: Primulaceae
Author: L.
Bibliography: Sp. Pl.: 147 (1753)
Year: 1753
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Lysimachia
Vegetable: False
Observations: Subarctic & Temp. Northern Hemisphere
Description
The Tufted Loosestrife, scientifically known as Lysimachia thyrsiflora, is a captivating plant with a notable presence in the flora of the subarctic and temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. First described in a formal botanical context in 1753, this perennial herb belongs to the Primulaceae family, a group well-regarded for its diverse and often beautiful species.
Recognizable by its slender, erect stems that can reach heights of up to 60 centimeters, Tufted Loosestrife boasts narrow, lance-shaped leaves that grow in an opposite or whorled arrangement along the stem. During its blooming period, this plant displays dense, tufted clusters of small, star-shaped yellow flowers, each with delicate petals and a central tuft of slightly longer stamens, which give the bloom a feathery appearance. These floral arrangements inspire its common name, as they resemble closely packed tufts.
Adapted to thrive in wet habitats, Lysimachia thyrsiflora is commonly found along the edges of ponds, marshes, and streams where the soil remains moist, if not saturated. This preference for hydric environments suggests a robustness in surviving variable water levels, making it a resilient component of wetland ecosystems.
The plant’s distribution across the subarctic and temperate regions underscores its adaptability to a variety of climatic conditions. As a part of the Northern Hemisphere’s botanical roster, the Tufted Loosestrife contributes to the rich biodiversity of these regions and serves various ecological roles. Its flowers attract a range of pollinators, ensuring the continuation of its species while also supporting the local insect populations.
In cultivation, Tufted Loosestrife is appreciated for its aesthetic appeal and its ability to enhance the biological diversity of garden ponds and naturalized landscapes. However, gardeners should consider its need for consistently moist conditions to replicate its natural habitat for successful growth.
In summary, the Tufted Loosestrife (Lysimachia thyrsiflora), with its historical botanical recognition and distinctive tufted yellow flowers, is a significant and attractive plant throughout subarctic and temperate regions. Its presence enriches wetland environments, providing both ecological benefits and visual beauty.
Common Names
Dan: dusk-fredløs
Deu: strauß-gilbweiderich, straußblütiger gilbweiderich
Eng: swamp loosestrife, tufted loosestrife, tufted yellow-loosestrife, water loosestrife, tufted yellow loosestrife, yellow loosestrife
Nno: gulldusk
Nob: gulldusk
Fra: lysimaque thyrsiflore, lysimaque à fleurs en thyrse
Nld: moeraswederik
Swe: terttualpi, topplösa
Fin: terttualpi
Sme: lastoaivi
Cym: trewyn swp-flodeuog, trewynyn sypflodeuog
En: Tufted loosestrife, Tufted Yellow-Loosestrife, WATER LOOSESTRIFE, Swamp loosestrife, Tufted yellow loosestrife, Yellow loosestrife
Be: Наумбургія гронкакветкавая
Zh: 球尾花
Cs: Bazanovec kytkokvětý, Vrbina kytkokvětá
Da: Dusk-Fredløs
Nl: Moeraswederik
Et: Lysimachia capitata, Lysimachia capitellata, Lysimachia kamtschatica, Naumburgia guttata, Naumburgia thyrsiflora, Thyrsanthus palustris, Ussilill
Fi: Terttualpi
Fr: Lysimaque thyrsiflore, Lysimaque à fleurs en thyrse, Lysimaque à fleurs en épi
De: Straußblütiger Gilbweiderich, Strauss-Gilbweiderich, Strauß-Gilbweiderich
It: Mazza-d’oro tirsiflora
Kk: Шашақ гүлді қызат
Lt: Poraistė, Puokštinė poraistė
Ml: ലൈസിമചിയ തൈർസിഫ്ലോറ
Se: Lastoaivi
No: Gulldusk
Nb: Gulldusk
Nn: Gulldusk
Pl: Tojeść bukietowa
Ru: Вербейник кистецветный, Кизляк кистецветный, Наумбургия кистецветковая, Наумбургия кистецветная
Sk: Bazanovec kytkový
Sv: Topplösa, Terttualpi
Zh-tw: 球尾花
Zh-hant: 球尾花
Cy: Trewyn swp-flodeuog, Trewynyn Sypflodeuog
Synonyms
- Nummularia thyrsiflora ((L.) Kuntze)
- Lysimachia subcapitata (Raf.)
- Thyrsanthus palustris (Schrank)
- Lysimachusa thyrsiflora ((L.) Pohl)
- Lysimachia capitata (Pursh)
- Lysimachia kamtschatica (Gand.)
- Naumburgia guttata (Moench)
- Lysimachia capitellata (Raf.)
- Naumburgia thyrsiflora ((L.) Rchb.)
- Lysimachia thyrsantha (St.-Lag.)
- Lysimachia thyrsiflora var. verticillata (Rouy)
Distribution
- Alaska (native)
- Albania (native)
- Alberta (native)
- Aleutian Is. (native)
- Altay (native)
- Amur (native)
- Baltic States (native)
- Belarus (native)
- Belgium (native)
- British Columbia (native)
- Buryatiya (native)
- California (native)
- Central European Rus (native)
- China North-Central (native)
- China South-Central (native)
- Chita (native)
- Colorado (native)
- Connecticut (native)
- Czechoslovakia (native)
- Denmark (native)
- East European Russia (native)
- Finland (native)
- France (native)
- Germany (native)
- Great Britain (native)
- Hungary (native)
- Idaho (native)
- Illinois (native)
- Indiana (native)
- Inner Mongolia (native)
- Iowa (native)
- Irkutsk (native)
- Japan (native)
- Kamchatka (native)
- Kansas (native)
- Kazakhstan (native)
- Khabarovsk (native)
- Korea (native)
- Krasnoyarsk (native)
- Kuril Is. (native)
- Magadan (native)
- Maine (native)
- Manchuria (native)
- Manitoba (native)
- Maryland (native)
- Masachusettes (native)
- Michigan (native)
- Minnesota (native)
- Missouri (native)
- Montana (native)
- Nebraska (native)
- Netherlands (native)
- New Hampshire (native)
- New Jersey (native)
- New York (native)
- Newfoundland (native)
- North Caucasus (native)
- North Dakota (native)
- North European Russi (native)
- Northwest European R (native)
- Northwest Territorie (native)
- Norway (native)
- Nova Scotia (native)
- Ohio (native)
- Ontario (native)
- Oregon (native)
- Pennsylvania (native)
- Poland (native)
- Primorye (native)
- Prince Edward I. (native)
- Québec (native)
- Rhode I. (native)
- Romania (native)
- Sakhalin (native)
- Saskatchewan (native)
- South Dakota (native)
- South European Russi (native)
- Sweden (native)
- Switzerland (native)
- Tuva (native)
- Ukraine (native)
- Utah (native)
- Vermont (native)
- Washington (native)
- West Siberia (native)
- West Virginia (native)
- Wisconsin (native)
- Wyoming (native)
- Yakutskiya (native)
- Yugoslavia (native)
- Yukon (native)
Additional Images
Habit
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Taken Jun 1, 2020 by Georg Lanzl (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 13, 2019 by Waldemar Zeja (cc-by-sa)
Flower
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Taken Jun 12, 2022 by Adelajda Tyszczuk (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 17, 2022 by Skitty Atropha (cc-by-sa)
Leaf
Taken Jul 19, 2009 by Tela Botanica − Mathieu MENAND (cc-by-sa)
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Taken Jun 13, 2019 by Waldemar Zeja (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 9, 2022 by Heidi Saajola (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 23, 2015 by Tela Botanica − David MERCIER (cc-by-sa)
Fruit
Taken Jul 15, 2014 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Jul 15, 2014 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Jul 15, 2014 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
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Taken Feb 14, 2022 by yvon s (cc-by-sa)
Other
Taken Jul 15, 2014 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Jul 15, 2014 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Jul 15, 2015 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Jan 1, 1970 by Photoflora – L’Abbé COSTE (©)
Taken Jul 12, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)
Bark
Taken Aug 15, 2013 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)
Taken Jul 15, 2015 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Aug 15, 2012 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
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Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/3169358)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:148161-2)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Lysimachia thyrsiflora L.)
Specifications
Growth form: Bunch
Growth habit: Forb/herb
Growth rate: Moderate
Growth
Ph maximum: 7.2
Ph minimum: 4.8
Light: 7
Atmospheric humidity: 9
Bloom months: [‘may’, ‘jun’, ‘jul’, ‘aug’]
Soil nutriments: 4