Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
hirsuta
ID:
459192

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4. 3: 266 (1800)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458524



Common Names

  • Torenia Hirsuta
  • Hairy Wishbone Flower
  • Hairy Wishbone Flowers


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Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Torenia hirsuta is a small, bell-shaped bloom with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Torenia hirsuta 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 hirsuta

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

Torenia hirsuta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Torenia hirsuta?

Torenia hirsuta

What type of plant is Torenia hirsuta?

Torenia hirsuta is an annual flowering plant.

Where does Torenia hirsuta grow?

Torenia hirsuta 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

Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:810417-1: 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].