Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) F.Muell.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1882
Citation Micro:
Syst. Census Austral. Pl. : 97 (1882)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000446368
Common Names
- Lindernia pubescens
- Pubescens Lindernia
- Lindernia
Description
Lindernia pubescens (also called Hairy Lindernia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen herb native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small white flowers. It is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Lindernia pubescens is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Lindernia pubescens are white with yellow centers, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, round leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lindernia pubescens can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny location. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny location.
Where to Find Lindernia pubescens
Lindernia pubescens can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Lindernia pubescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lindernia pubescens?
Lindernia pubescens
What is the common name of Lindernia pubescens?
Hairy Lindernia
What is the natural habitat of Lindernia pubescens?
Wet meadows, marshes, and other wet areas
Species in the Lindernia genus
Lindernia linearifolia,
Lindernia microcalyx,
Lindernia mexicana,
Lindernia manilaliana,
Lindernia intrepida,
Lindernia rotundata,
Lindernia rotundifolia,
Lindernia procumbens,
Lindernia multiflora,
Lindernia pubescens,
Lindernia parviflora,
Lindernia alsinoides,
Lindernia crassifolia,
Lindernia dubia,
Lindernia brachyphylla,
Lindernia capensis,
Lindernia srilankana,
Lindernia multicaulis,
Lindernia vandellioides,
Lindernia hyssopioides,
Lindernia grandiflora,
Lindernia monticola,
Lindernia intrepidus,
Lindernia conferta,
Lindernia paludosa,
Lindernia jiuhuanica,
Lindernia procumbens,
Lindernia viscosa,
Lindernia viguieri,
Lindernia bryoides,
Lindernia natans,
Lindernia tridentata,
Lindernia alterniflora,
Lindernia congesta,
Lindernia monroi,
Lindernia lemuriana,
Lindernia madayiparensis,
Lindernia benthamii,
Lindernia madagascariensis,
Lindernia tamilnadensis,
Lindernia stantonii,
Lindernia beasleyi,
Lindernia barkeri,
Lindernia perrieri,
Lindernia minima,
Lindernia yarun,
Lindernia thyridostoma,
Lindernia scutella,
Lindernia mitrasacmoides,
Lindernia calliandra,
Species in the Linderniaceae family
Artanema bantamense,
Artanema fimbriatum,
Artanema longifolium,
Bampsia lawalreana,
Bampsia symoensiana,
Bonnaya antipoda,
Bonnaya ciliata,
Bonnaya multiflora,
Bonnaya oppositifolia,
Bonnaya ruellioides,
Bonnaya tenuifolia,
Bonnaya veronicifolia,
Bonnaya cephalantha,
Bonnaya succosa,
Bonnaya zanzibarica,
Bonnaya sanpabloensis,
Bonnaya cowiei,
Bonnaya aculeata,
Bonnaya milindii,
Bonnaya gracilis,
Bonnaya peduncularis,
Craterostigma alatum,
Craterostigma hirsutum,
Craterostigma lanceolatum,
Craterostigma lindernioides,
Craterostigma longicarpum,
Craterostigma plantagineum,
Craterostigma pumilum,
Craterostigma purpureum,
Craterostigma smithii,
Craterostigma wilmsii,
Craterostigma wilmsii,
Craterostigma abyssinicum,
Craterostigma angolense,
Craterostigma engleri,
Craterostigma gossweileri,
Craterostigma kigomense,
Craterostigma newtonii,
Craterostigma niamniamense,
Craterostigma nummulariifolium,
Craterostigma stuhlmannii,
Craterostigma sudanicum,
Craterostigma syncerus,
Craterostigma tanzanicum,
Craterostigma yaundense,
Craterostigma sessiliflorum,
Craterostigma pusillum,
Craterostigma loitense,
Crepidorhopalon affinis,
Crepidorhopalon alatocalycinus,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:805215-1: 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].