Liebigia horsfieldii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
horsfieldii
ID:
750371
Status:
valid
Authors:
(R.Br.) Mich.Möller & A.Weber
Source:
cmp
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 779 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749704
Common Names
- Horsfield's Liebigia
- Liebigia Horsfieldii
- Horsfield's Liebigia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Liebigia horsfieldii (also called 'Horsfield's Liebigia', among many other common names) is an annual plant with a single stem and a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Liebigia horsfieldii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Liebigia horsfieldii has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Liebigia horsfieldii is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and full sun. It can tolerate some drought and is moderately frost hardy. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings in spring or summer.
Where to Find Liebigia horsfieldii
Liebigia horsfieldii can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe.
Liebigia horsfieldii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Liebigia horsfieldii?
Liebigia horsfieldii
What is the natural habitat of Liebigia horsfieldii?
It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Southeast Asia, and China.
What are the common uses of Liebigia horsfieldii?
It is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
Species in the Liebigia genus
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2904562: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Anton Weber (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Weber' in the authors string.
Michael Möller (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mich.Möller' in the authors string.