Lindernia tamilnadensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tamilnadensis
ID:
1326621
Status:
valid
Authors:
M.G.Prasad & Sunojk.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 162: 57 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339075
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Lindernia tamilnadensis (also called Tamil Nadu Lindernia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India. It has long, narrow leaves and white flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky outcrops.
Uses & Benefits
Lindernia tamilnadensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lindernia tamilnadensis has white flowers with yellow and purple markings. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a rosette of leaves at the base.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lindernia tamilnadensis is a small herbaceous plant that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate moderate frost.
Where to Find Lindernia tamilnadensis
Lindernia tamilnadensis is native to India and can be found in the southern part of the country.
Lindernia tamilnadensis FAQ
What is the common name of Lindernia tamilnadensis?
Tamil Nadu lindernia
What is the natural habitat of Lindernia tamilnadensis?
It is found in wet grasslands, swamps, and marshes
What are the characteristics of Lindernia tamilnadensis?
It is a small herb with a single stem and small white flowers
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
P. Sunojkumar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sunojk.' in the authors string.
Mangavayal Govindan Prasad: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.G.Prasad' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77138507-1: 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].