Lindenbergia arabica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arabica
ID:
447122
Status:
valid
Authors:
(S.Moore) Hartl
Source:
ksu
Year:
1955
Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 102: 82 (1955)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000446454
Common Names
- Lindenbergia arabica
- Arabian Lindenbergia
- Arabian Lindenbergia Vine
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Lindenbergia arabica (also called Arabian Lindenbergia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Arabian Peninsula. It is characterized by its small, white flowers and thin, linear leaves. It typically grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in grasslands and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Lindenbergia arabica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lindenbergia arabica has white flowers with yellow centers and five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.
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Lindenbergia arabica can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a slightly acidic soil with good drainage and should be planted in a sunny location. It requires regular watering and is a low-maintenance plant that can tolerate some drought.
Where to Find Lindenbergia arabica
Lindenbergia arabica is native to the Middle East and can be found in dry grasslands and steppes.
Lindenbergia arabica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lindenbergia arabica?
Lindenbergia arabica
What is the natural habitat of Lindenbergia arabica?
Dry and rocky hillsides
What is the flowering period of Lindenbergia arabica?
Summer
Species in the Lindenbergia genus
Lindenbergia serpyllifolia, Lindenbergia philippinensis, Lindenbergia sokotrana, Lindenbergia titensis, Lindenbergia luchunensis, Lindenbergia hookeri, Lindenbergia griffithii, Lindenbergia fengkaiensis, Lindenbergia macrostachya, Lindenbergia awashensis, Lindenbergia arabica, Lindenbergia fruticosa, Lindenbergia indica, Lindenbergia grandiflora, Lindenbergia philippensis, Lindenbergia muraria,
Species in the Orobanchaceae family
Aeginetia indica, Aeginetia mirabilis, Aeginetia mpomii, Aeginetia selebica, Aeginetia sessilis, Aeginetia sinensis, Aeginetia flava, Aeginetia acaulis, Agalinis angustifolia, Agalinis aphylla, Agalinis aspera, Agalinis auriculata, Agalinis bandeirensis, Agalinis bangii, Agalinis brachyphylla, Agalinis calycina, Agalinis chaparensis, Agalinis communis, Agalinis decemloba, Agalinis densiflora, Agalinis digitalis, Agalinis divaricata, Agalinis edwardsiana, Agalinis fasciculata, Agalinis fiebrigii, Agalinis filicaulis, Agalinis filifolia, Agalinis gattingeri, Agalinis genistifolia, Agalinis gypsophila, Agalinis heterophylla, Agalinis homalantha, Agalinis humilis, Agalinis itambensis, Agalinis kingsii, Agalinis lanceolata, Agalinis laxa, Agalinis linarioides, Agalinis linifolia, Agalinis maritima, Agalinis megalantha, Agalinis meyeniana, Agalinis nana, Agalinis navasotensis, Agalinis neoscotica, Agalinis obtusifolia, Agalinis oligophylla, Agalinis peduncularis, Agalinis pennellii, Agalinis plukenetii,
References
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Dimitri Hartl (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hartl' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:805052-1: 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].