Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
luchunensis
ID:
447095

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.D.Tao & Y.M.Shui

Source:
ksu

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Fl. Yunnanica 16: 807 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000446427



Common Names

  • Lindenbergia luchunensis
  • Luchunensis Lindenbergia
  • Lindenbergia


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Description

Lindenbergia luchunensis (also called Luchun Lindenbergia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It has a sprawling habit and can reach up to 30 cm in height. Its leaves are simple, opposite and ovate-lanceolate. It grows in moist places, such as in grasslands, open forests, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Lindenbergia luchunensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It has small, white flowers and is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to grow.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lindenbergia luchunensis has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lindenbergia luchunensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is best propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe shoots and placed in a well-drained potting mix. They should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly. Once established, the plant can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Lindenbergia luchunensis

Lindenbergia luchunensis can be found in Southeast Asia.

Lindenbergia luchunensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lindenbergia luchunensis?

Lindenbergia luchunensis

What is the common name of Lindenbergia luchunensis?

Luchun Lindenbergia

What is the natural habitat of Lindenbergia luchunensis?

Dry grasslands, scrub and rocky slopes

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

Yu Min Shui (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.M.Shui' in the authors string.
De Ding Tao (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.D.Tao' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77073536-1: 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].