Status:
valid
Authors:
(Roxb. ex D.Don) Brühl
Source:
tro
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
J. Dept. Sci. Calcutta Univ. 2: 27 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001236292
Common Names
- Lindenbergia muraria
- Muraria Lindenbergia
- Lindenbergia Plant
Description
Lindenbergia muraria (also called Wall Lindenbergia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Himalayan region of India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It is typically found in moist habitats, such as riverbanks, and is characterized by its small, white flowers and its long, slender stems.
Uses & Benefits
Lindenbergia muraria is an ornamental plant that is used to add color and beauty to gardens. It is also used medicinally to treat digestive issues and to boost the immune system.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lindenbergia muraria has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a reddish tint.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lindenbergia muraria is a tropical plant native to South America. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done through cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in moist soil. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Lindenbergia muraria
Lindenbergia muraria is native to Europe and Asia. It can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Species in the Lindenbergia genus
Lindenbergia serpyllifolia,
Lindenbergia philippinensis,
Lindenbergia sokotrana,
Lindenbergia titensis,
Lindenbergia luchunensis,
Lindenbergia hookeri,
Lindenbergia griffithii,
Lindenbergia fengkaiensis,
Lindenbergia macrostachya,
Lindenbergia awashensis,
Lindenbergia arabica,
Lindenbergia fruticosa,
Lindenbergia indica,
Lindenbergia grandiflora,
Lindenbergia philippensis,
Lindenbergia muraria,
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:805062-1: 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].