Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
pustulosa
ID:
1518387

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.R.Barker

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Swainsona 31: 72 (2018)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000005188



Common Names

  • Lindernia pustulosa
  • Pustulosa Lindernia
  • Pustulosa Plant


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Description

Lindernia pustulosa (also called ‘Pustule Lindernia’, among many other common names) is an annual herb that can grow up to 30 cm tall. It is native to India and is typically found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lindernia pustulosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lindernia pustulosa is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lindernia pustulosa is a perennial herb native to India. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Lindernia pustulosa

Lindernia pustulosa can be found in India.

Lindernia pustulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lindernia pustulosa?

Lindernia pustulosa

What are the common names of Lindernia pustulosa?

Common names of Lindernia pustulosa include false pimpernel, false pimpernel-grass, and false pimpernel-weed.

What is the natural habitat of Lindernia pustulosa?

Lindernia pustulosa is found in moist, shady areas in tropical and subtropical regions.

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

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77205645-1: 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].