Status:
valid
Authors:
Baill.
Source:
tro
Year:
1890
Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl. 10: 379 (1890)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001283709
Common Names
- Lindelofia longiflora
- Lindelofia
- Longiflora
Description
Lindelofia longiflora (also called Lindelofia, among many other common names) is a species of herbaceous perennial in the Lamiaceae family. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. Native to the Mediterranean region, it can be found in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Lindelofia longiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Lindelofia longiflora var. falconeri (C.B.Clarke) Brand
Lindelofia longiflora var. levingii (C.B.Clarke) Brand
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lindelofia longiflora is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lindelofia longiflora is a perennial plant that prefers well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in moist, well-draining soil and kept moist until established.
Where to Find Lindelofia longiflora
Lindelofia longiflora can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Lindelofia longiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lindelofia longiflora?
Lindelofia longiflora
What is the common name of Lindelofia longiflora?
Long-flowered Lindelofia
What is the natural habitat of Lindelofia longiflora?
It is found in moist meadows, grasslands, and open woods in Europe and Asia.
Species in the Lindelofia genus
Lindelofia olgae,
Lindelofia longipedicellata,
Lindelofia capusii,
Lindelofia campanulata,
Lindelofia platycalyx,
Lindelofia micrantha,
Lindelofia stylosa,
Lindelofia anchusoides,
Lindelofia tschimganica,
Lindelofia longiflora,
Species in the Boraginaceae family
Actinocarya acaulis,
Actinocarya tibetica,
Adelocaryum coelestinum,
Adelocaryum flexuosum,
Adelocaryum malabaricum,
Adelocaryum nebulicola,
Adelocaryum lambertianum,
Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum,
Aegonychon zollingeri,
Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum,
Aegonychon calabricum,
Aegonychon calabrum,
Afrotysonia africana,
Afrotysonia glochidiata,
Afrotysonia pilosicaulis,
Alkanna amana,
Alkanna angustifolia,
Alkanna areolata,
Alkanna attilae,
Alkanna aucheriana,
Alkanna auranitica,
Alkanna bracteosa,
Alkanna caliensis,
Alkanna cappadocica,
Alkanna confusa,
Alkanna corcyrensis,
Alkanna cordifolia,
Alkanna dumanii,
Alkanna frigida,
Alkanna froedinii,
Alkanna galilaea,
Alkanna graeca,
Alkanna haussknechtii,
Alkanna hellenica,
Alkanna hirsutissima,
Alkanna hispida,
Alkanna incana,
Alkanna intercedens,
Alkanna jordanovii,
Alkanna kotschyana,
Alkanna leiocarpa,
Alkanna leptophylla,
Alkanna lutea,
Alkanna macrophylla,
Alkanna macrosiphon,
Alkanna maleolens,
Alkanna megacarpa,
Alkanna methanaea,
Alkanna milliana,
Alkanna mughlae,