Status:
valid
Authors:
Biel & Kit Tan
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 201: 64 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342472
Common Names
- Legousia Snogerupii
- Snogerup's Legousia
- Snogerupii Legousia
Description
Legousia snogerupii (also called Snogerup's Legousia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Campanulaceae family. It is an annual herb growing up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South Africa. It grows in grasslands, up to an altitude of 1500 m.
Uses & Benefits
Legousia snogerupii is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Legousia snogerupii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Legousia snogerupii can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and partial shade. Water regularly but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Legousia snogerupii
Legousia snogerupii is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical areas. It is an annual herb that grows in dry, open areas.
Legousia snogerupii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Legousia snogerupii?
Legousia snogerupii
What is the natural habitat of Legousia snogerupii?
Legousia snogerupii is found in the moist forests of Greece.
What type of plant is Legousia snogerupii?
Legousia snogerupii is an annual herb.
Species in the Legousia genus
Species in the Campanulaceae family
Adenophora amurica,
Adenophora brevidiscifera,
Adenophora capillaris,
Adenophora changaica,
Adenophora coelestis,
Adenophora contracta,
Adenophora cordifolia,
Adenophora divaricata,
Adenophora elata,
Adenophora fusifolia,
Adenophora gmelinii,
Adenophora golubinzevaeana,
Adenophora grandiflora,
Adenophora hatsushimae,
Adenophora himalayana,
Adenophora hubeiensis,
Adenophora izuensis,
Adenophora jacutica,
Adenophora jasionifolia,
Adenophora khasiana,
Adenophora lamarkii,
Adenophora liliifolia,
Adenophora liliifolioides,
Adenophora lobophylla,
Adenophora longipedicellata,
Adenophora maximowicziana,
Adenophora micrantha,
Adenophora morrisonensis,
Adenophora nikoensis,
Adenophora ningxianica,
Adenophora palustris,
Adenophora pereskiifolia,
Adenophora petiolata,
Adenophora pinifolia,
Adenophora polyantha,
Adenophora potaninii,
Adenophora probatovae,
Adenophora remotidens,
Adenophora remotiflora,
Adenophora rupestris,
Adenophora rupincola,
Adenophora sinensis,
Adenophora stenanthina,
Adenophora stenophylla,
Adenophora stricta,
Adenophora sublata,
Adenophora takedai,
Adenophora tashiroi,
Adenophora taurica,
Adenophora trachelioides,
References
Kit Tan (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kit Tan' in the authors string.
Burkhard Biel: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Biel' in the authors string.