Liebigia neoforbesii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
neoforbesii
ID:
750381
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hilliard) Mich.Möller & A.Weber
Source:
cmp
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 779 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749714
Common Names
- Neoforbes' Liebigia
- Liebigia Neoforbesii
- Neoforbes' Liebigia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Chirita blumei cordifolia S.Moore [unknown]
- Chirita neoforbesii Hilliard [unknown]
Description
Liebigia neoforbesii (also called Forbes's Liebigia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has an erect stem and its leaves are linear-lanceolate and glabrous. It grows in dry and rocky soils.
Uses & Benefits
Liebigia neoforbesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Liebigia neoforbesii has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Liebigia neoforbesii is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Liebigia neoforbesii
Liebigia neoforbesii is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Liebigia neoforbesii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Liebigia neoforbesii?
Liebigia neoforbesii
What is the natural habitat of Liebigia neoforbesii?
It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Southeast Asia, and China.
What are the common uses of Liebigia neoforbesii?
It is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
Species in the Liebigia genus
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2904572: Based on the initial data import
Olive Mary Hilliard (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hilliard' in the authors string.
Anton Weber (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Weber' in the authors string.
Michael Möller (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mich.Möller' in the authors string.