Status:
valid
Authors:
L.H.Cramer & Philcox
Source:
ksu
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Ceylon J. Sci., Biol. Sci. 11: 35 (1974)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000446535
Common Names
- Lindernia srilankana
- Sri Lankan Lindernia
- Sri Lankan False Pimpernel
Description
Lindernia srilankana (also called Sri Lankan False Pimpernel, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to India and Sri Lanka. It is found in moist places, such as near streams, lakes, and other water bodies. It has small, white flowers and leaves that are arranged in opposite pairs.
Uses & Benefits
Lindernia srilankana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lindernia srilankana has small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lindernia srilankana is a perennial herb that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Water regularly and fertilize occasionally.
Where to Find Lindernia srilankana
Lindernia srilankana can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Central and South America, Africa, and Asia.
Lindernia srilankana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lindernia srilankana?
Lindernia srilankana
What is the common name of Lindernia srilankana?
Sri Lankan False Pimpernel
What is the family of Lindernia srilankana?
Scrophulariaceae
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:805250-1: 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].