Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
kinmenensis
ID:
1344273

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Y.S.Liang, Chih H.Chen & J.L.Tsai) Y.S.Liang & J.C.Wang

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 247: 149 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001356727





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Description

Torenia kinmenensis (also called Kinmen Torenia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Scrophulariaceae family. It is an herbaceous plant native to China. It grows in wet montane forests at elevations of 500 to 1,400 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Torenia kinmenensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and flowers, and its long flowering period.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Torenia kinmenensis is a yellow-orange color with a long and slender tube-like structure. The seed is a small, dark-brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Torenia kinmenensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in full sun, but may require more frequent watering.

Where to Find Torenia kinmenensis

Torenia kinmenensis is native to Taiwan.

Torenia kinmenensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Torenia kinmenensis?

Torenia kinmenensis

What is the common name of Torenia kinmenensis?

Kinmen Island Torenia

What is the natural habitat of Torenia kinmenensis?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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

Jinn (Jenn) Lai Tsai: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.L.Tsai' in the authors string.
Jenn Che Wang (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Wang' in the authors string.
Chih Hsiung Chen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chih H.Chen' in the authors string.
Yi Shuo Liang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.S.Liang' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77158511-1: 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].