Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
linearifolia
ID:
496792

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schumach. & Thonn.) Hepper

Source:
cmp

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 14: 416 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000496124



Common Names

  • Linearifolia Witchweed
  • Linearifolia Striga
  • Linearifolia Strigosa


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Description

Striga linearifolia (also called Linear-leaved Witchweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa, and grows in moist, shady places such as streambanks and canyons.

Uses & Benefits

Striga linearifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a groundcover in areas with dry climates.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Striga linearifolia is small and white with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Striga linearifolia is a small, annual herb that is native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated from seed, which should be planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Once established, the plant requires little maintenance. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost.

Where to Find Striga linearifolia

Striga linearifolia is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed sites.

Striga linearifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Striga linearifolia?

Striga linearifolia

What is the common name of Striga linearifolia?

Linear-Leaved Witchweed

What is the natural habitat of Striga linearifolia?

Striga linearifolia is native to East Africa, particularly Ethiopia.

Species in the Striga genus

Striga glumacea, Striga gracillima, Striga gesnerioides, Striga aspera, Striga baumannii, Striga angolensis, Striga alba, Striga sulphurea, Striga strigosa, Striga squamigera, Striga spanogheana, Striga parviflora, Striga lepidagathidis, Striga pinnatifida, Striga primuloides, Striga yemenica, Striga schlechteri, Striga hallei, Striga multiflora, Striga klingii, Striga micrantha, Striga linearifolia, Striga macrantha, Striga bilabiata, Striga brachycalyx, Striga dewevrei, Striga diversifolia, Striga curviflora, Striga flava, Striga chrysantha, Striga gastonii, Striga ellenbergeri, Striga aequinoctialis, Striga dalzielii, Striga barthlottii, Striga asiatica, Striga elegans, Striga forbesii, Striga hermonthica, Striga junodii, Striga densiflora, Striga latericea, Striga fulgens, Striga angustifolia, Striga passargei, Striga pubiflora, Striga masuria, Striga magnibracteata, Striga indica, Striga kamalii,

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

Heinrich Christian Friedrich Schumacher (1757-1830): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schumach.' in the authors string.
Peter Thonning (1775-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thonn.' in the authors string.
Frank Nigel Hepper (1929-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hepper' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:810033-1: 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].