Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
titensis
ID:
447090

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sikdar & Maiti

Source:
ksu

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
J. Bombay Nat. Hist. Soc. 77: 121 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000446422



Common Names

  • Lindenbergia titensis
  • Titensis Lindenbergia
  • Lindenbergia


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Description

Lindenbergia titensis (also called Tite 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 titensis 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 titensis is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lindenbergia titensis 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 titensis

Lindenbergia titensis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.

Lindenbergia titensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lindenbergia titensis?

Lindenbergia titensis

What family does Lindenbergia titensis belong to?

Scrophulariaceae

What is the common name of Lindenbergia titensis?

Tit False Pimpernel

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

Gour Gopal Maiti (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maiti' in the authors string.
Jayanta Kumar Sikdar (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sikdar' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:896551-1: 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].