Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
linearifolia
ID:
446961

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Engl.) Eb.Fisch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Trop. Subtrop. Pflanzenwelt 81: 319 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000446293



Common Names

  • Lindernia linearifolia
  • Linear-leaved False Pimpernel
  • Linear-leaved Lindernia


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Description

Lindernia linearifolia (also called Linearifolia Lindernia, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to tropical regions of Asia and is found in moist forests, along streams, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lindernia linearifolia is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lindernia linearifolia are white or pinkish-white, with four petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lindernia linearifolia can be propagated by seed or division. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix in early spring. To propagate by division, divide the plant in early spring or late summer and replant the divisions in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Lindernia linearifolia

Lindernia linearifolia is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. It can be found in tropical and subtropical regions, including India, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and parts of the Caribbean.

Lindernia linearifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lindernia linearifolia?

Lindernia linearifolia

What is the common name of Lindernia linearifolia?

Linear-leaved lindernia

What is the native range of Lindernia linearifolia?

India

Species in the Lindernia genus

Lindernia linearifolia, Lindernia microcalyx, Lindernia mexicana, Lindernia manilaliana, Lindernia intrepida, Lindernia rotundata, Lindernia rotundifolia, Lindernia procumbens, Lindernia multiflora, Lindernia pubescens, Lindernia parviflora, Lindernia alsinoides, Lindernia crassifolia, Lindernia dubia, Lindernia brachyphylla, Lindernia capensis, Lindernia srilankana, Lindernia multicaulis, Lindernia vandellioides, Lindernia hyssopioides, Lindernia grandiflora, Lindernia monticola, Lindernia intrepidus, Lindernia conferta, Lindernia paludosa, Lindernia jiuhuanica, Lindernia procumbens, Lindernia viscosa, Lindernia viguieri, Lindernia bryoides, Lindernia natans, Lindernia tridentata, Lindernia alterniflora, Lindernia congesta, Lindernia monroi, Lindernia lemuriana, Lindernia madayiparensis, Lindernia benthamii, Lindernia madagascariensis, Lindernia tamilnadensis, Lindernia stantonii, Lindernia beasleyi, Lindernia barkeri, Lindernia perrieri, Lindernia minima, Lindernia yarun, Lindernia thyridostoma, Lindernia scutella, Lindernia mitrasacmoides, Lindernia calliandra,

Species in the Linderniaceae family

Artanema bantamense, Artanema fimbriatum, Artanema longifolium, Bampsia lawalreana, Bampsia symoensiana, Bonnaya antipoda, Bonnaya ciliata, Bonnaya multiflora, Bonnaya oppositifolia, Bonnaya ruellioides, Bonnaya tenuifolia, Bonnaya veronicifolia, Bonnaya cephalantha, Bonnaya succosa, Bonnaya zanzibarica, Bonnaya sanpabloensis, Bonnaya cowiei, Bonnaya aculeata, Bonnaya milindii, Bonnaya gracilis, Bonnaya peduncularis, Craterostigma alatum, Craterostigma hirsutum, Craterostigma lanceolatum, Craterostigma lindernioides, Craterostigma longicarpum, Craterostigma plantagineum, Craterostigma pumilum, Craterostigma purpureum, Craterostigma smithii, Craterostigma wilmsii, Craterostigma wilmsii, Craterostigma abyssinicum, Craterostigma angolense, Craterostigma engleri, Craterostigma gossweileri, Craterostigma kigomense, Craterostigma newtonii, Craterostigma niamniamense, Craterostigma nummulariifolium, Craterostigma stuhlmannii, Craterostigma sudanicum, Craterostigma syncerus, Craterostigma tanzanicum, Craterostigma yaundense, Craterostigma sessiliflorum, Craterostigma pusillum, Craterostigma loitense, Crepidorhopalon affinis, Crepidorhopalon alatocalycinus,

References

Eberhard Fischer (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eb.Fisch.' in the authors string.
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:969483-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].