Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
pygmaea
ID:
1302682

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bonati) Eb.Fisch., Schäferh. & Kai Müll.

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 43: 228 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315136



Common Names

  • Linderniella pygmaea
  • Pygmy linderniella
  • Pygmy false pimpernel


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Description

Linderniella pygmaea (also called Pygmaea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Madagascar. It has a dense, spreading crown and can grow up to 4 m tall. It is found in dry deciduous forests and coastal areas, often in sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Linderniella pygmaea is a medicinal plant used to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomach ache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Linderniella pygmaea is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Linderniella pygmaea is a shrub or small tree that grows in full sun or partial shade. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist soil mix.

Where to Find Linderniella pygmaea

Linderniella pygmaea is a species of plant found in Madagascar.

Linderniella pygmaea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Linderniella pygmaea?

Linderniella pygmaea

What is the common name of Linderniella pygmaea?

Pygmy linderniella

What is the natural habitat of Linderniella pygmaea?

Linderniella pygmaea is native to the tropical rainforests of Madagascar

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.
Bastian Schäferhoff (b.1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schäferh.' in the authors string.
Kai Müller (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kai Müll.' in the authors string.
Gustave Henri Bonati (1873-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bonati' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77135778-1: 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].