Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
cyrtandriflora
ID:
459182

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Burtt

Source:
ksu

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Rheedea 1: 3 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458514



Common Names

  • Torenia Cyrtandriflora
  • Cyrtandra-flowered Wishbone Flower
  • Cyrtandra-flowered Wishbone Flowers


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Description

Torenia cyrtandriflora (also called Wishbone Flower, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia. It has a long, slender stem and small, white flowers with purple veins. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in gardens and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Torenia cyrtandriflora is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Torenia cyrtandriflora is purple, with five petals, and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Torenia cyrtandriflora is a tender, perennial herbaceous plant that grows to a height of 30–60 cm. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, although seeds can also be used. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Torenia cyrtandriflora

Torenia cyrtandriflora is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Torenia cyrtandriflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Torenia cyrtandriflora?

Torenia cyrtandriflora

What type of plant is Torenia cyrtandriflora?

Torenia cyrtandriflora is an annual flowering plant.

Where does Torenia cyrtandriflora grow?

Torenia cyrtandriflora is native to Southeast Asia, but is grown as an ornamental plant in many parts of the world.

Species in the Torenia genus

Torenia mannii, Torenia leucosiphon, Torenia poilanei, Torenia pierreana, Torenia patens, Torenia fournieri, Torenia laotica, Torenia godefroyi, Torenia diffusa, Torenia cyrtandriflora, Torenia cyanea, Torenia javanica, Torenia indica, Torenia hirsuta, Torenia hirsutissima, Torenia hayatae, Torenia silvicola, Torenia siamensis, Torenia scandens, Torenia thailandica, Torenia ranongensis, Torenia travancorica, Torenia thouarsii, Torenia thorelii, Torenia vientianica, Torenia courtallensis, Torenia crustacea, Torenia bimaculata, Torenia bicolor, Torenia asiatica, Torenia ciliaris, Torenia cordata, Torenia chevalieri, Torenia celebica, Torenia cambodgiana, Torenia caelestis, Torenia burttiana, Torenia stolonifera, Torenia dinklagei, Torenia biniflora, Torenia flava, Torenia benthamiana, Torenia fordii, Torenia violacea, Torenia cordifolia, Torenia concolor, Torenia polygonoides, Torenia oblonga, Torenia blancoi, Torenia crenata,

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

B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:960112-1: 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].