Lysimachia vulgaris

Lysimachia vulgaris L.

Yellow Loosestrife

Yellow Loosestrife is a tall, semi-evergreen perennial herb with an upright habit. It grows to heights between 50–150 centimeters (20-59 inches) and features erect panicles of conspicuous yellow flowers. The plant has opposite or 3-4 whorled leaves that are ovate to lanceolate and spotted with translucent orange glands. The stem is round or square in cross-section, downy, and usually solid with pith.

Details

Order:

Ericales

Family:

Primulaceae

Genus:

Lysimachia

Chemistry:

It contains toxic compounds that make it unpalatable to large herbivores. The plant has been studied for its triterpene saponosides and quinoid pigments, which exhibit antifungal and cytotoxic properties. Additionally, it has analgesic, astringent, and expectorant properties.

Uses:

Yellow Loosestrife has historical medicinal uses, valued for its anti-inflammatory properties. It is used to treat fever, wounds, ulcers, and diarrhea. The plant serves as a nectar source for specialist solitary bees in the genus Macropis.

Flowering time:

June through August

Sowing time:

Plant height:

50–150 centimeters

Flower color:

Yellow

Suitable habitat:

Moist habitats such as fens, wet woodlands, lakesides, and riverbanks

Info

Pannon Flora Ltd. was founded on December 13, 1999, by Gábor Janik, who retains 95% ownership. Janik holds an MSc in Horticulture from the University of Horticultural Sciences (1986) and an Advanced Professional English Certification from the College of International Trade (1990). The company specializes in bird feed production and export, primarily serving markets in Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, and the UK, alongside cultivating and distributing imported/exported horticultural seeds. It maintains exclusive partnerships with JOEUN Seed (South Korea) and Takii Europe (Japan), a leader in professional seed breeding and production. Pannon Flora collaborates with certification bodies such as NÉBIH (National Food Chain Safety Office), MERT Kontroll, and SGS Hungary to ensure compliance and quality. The company works with approximately 400 Hungarian growers, ranging from small-scale producers (under 5 hectares) to mid-sized farms and large-scale agricultural enterprises. This profile emphasizes agribusiness expertise, technical partnerships, and operational scalability tailored to international client needs.

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