Lindenbergia sokotrana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sokotrana
ID:
447089
Status:
valid
Authors:
Vierh.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1906
Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 56: 259 (1906)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000446421
Common Names
- Lindenbergia sokotrana
- Sokotrana Lindenbergia
- Lindenbergia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lindenbergia sokotrana (also called Sokotra 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 sokotrana is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, cough, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lindenbergia sokotrana is white and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a long stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lindenbergia sokotrana 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 sokotrana
Lindenbergia sokotrana can be found in the Middle East and parts of North Africa.
Lindenbergia sokotrana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lindenbergia sokotrana?
Lindenbergia sokotrana
What family does Lindenbergia sokotrana belong to?
Scrophulariaceae
What is the common name of Lindenbergia sokotrana?
Sokotra False Pimpernel
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
Friedrich Vierhapper (1876-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vierh.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:805074-1: 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].