Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
lineariforme
ID:
1321335

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sileshi) Kissling

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 37: 248 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333789

Common Names

  • Exochaenium lineariforme
  • Lineariforme Exochaenium
  • Lineariforme Star-Fruit

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Description

Exochaenium lineariforme (also called 'Linear Exochaenium', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in grasslands and open woodlands. It is a perennial herb, with stems up to 40 cm tall and leaves up to 8 cm long. The flower heads are yellow and up to 1 cm in diameter.

Uses & Benefits

Exochaenium lineariforme is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a border plant in landscaping. It is also used to attract birds and other wildlife to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Exochaenium lineariforme has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Exochaenium lineariforme is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Exochaenium lineariforme

Exochaenium lineariforme can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Exochaenium lineariforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Exochaenium lineariforme?

Exochaenium lineariforme

What is the family of Exochaenium lineariforme?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Exochaenium lineariforme?

Lineariforme Daisy

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Sileshi Nemomissa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sileshi' in the authors string.
Jonathan Kissling (b.1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kissling' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77121336-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.