Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
godefroyi
ID:
459175

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bonati

Source:
ksu

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 55: 514 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458507



Common Names

  • Torenia Godefroyi
  • Godefroy's Wishbone Flower
  • Godefroy's Wishbone Flowers


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Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Torenia godefroyi 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 godefroyi 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 godefroyi

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

Torenia godefroyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Torenia godefroyi?

Torenia godefroyi

What is the common name of Torenia godefroyi?

Godefroy's Wishbone Flower

Where is Torenia godefroyi found?

Torenia godefroyi is found in Southeast Asia.

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

Gustave Henri Bonati (1873-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bonati' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:810410-1: 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].