Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
prostrata
ID:
444033

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 27: 54 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000443365

Common Names

  • Linariopsis prostrata
  • Prostrate Linariopsis
  • Prostrate Linariopsis Grass

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Description

Linariopsis prostrata (also called 'Prostrate Linariopsis', among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to Europe and Asia. It has long, thin, green leaves and produces small, white flowers. It grows in moist, temperate climates, usually in mountain forests.

Uses & Benefits

Linariopsis prostrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Linariopsis prostrata has small, white, bell-shaped flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Linariopsis prostrata is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Linariopsis prostrata

Linariopsis prostrata is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Linariopsis prostrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Linariopsis prostrata?

Linariopsis prostrata

What is the common name of Linariopsis prostrata?

Prostrate Larch

What is the natural range of Linariopsis prostrata?

Eastern Siberia

Species in the Linariopsis genus

Species in the Pedaliaceae family

Dewinteria petrophila, Harpagophytum procumbens, Harpagophytum zeyheri, Holubia saccata, Linariopsis prostrata, Linariopsis chevalieri, Pedaliodiscus macrocarpus, Pedalium murex, Pterodiscus speciosus, Pterodiscus undulatus, Pterodiscus aurantiacus, Pterodiscus brasiliensis, Pterodiscus saccatus, Pterodiscus luridus, Pterodiscus ngamicus, Pterodiscus purpureus, Pterodiscus elliottii, Pterodiscus coeruleus, Pterodiscus angustifolius, Pterodiscus ruspolii, Pterodiscus kellerianus, Pterodiscus makatiniensis, Pterodiscus cinnabarinus, Pterodiscus somanei, Rogeria adenophylla, Sesamothamnus guerichii, Sesamothamnus benguellensis, Sesamothamnus lugardii, Sesamothamnus rivae, Sesamothamnus busseanus, Sesamum schinzianum, Sesamum radiatum, Sesamum rigidum, Sesamum pedalioides, Sesamum lepidotum, Sesamum triphyllum, Sesamum prostratum, Sesamum indicum, Sesamum alatum, Sesamum angolense, Sesamum angustifolium, Sesamum calycinum, Sesamum latifolium, Sesamum abbreviatum, Sesamum capense, Sesamum marlothii, Sesamum parviflorum, Sesamum rosaceum, Sesamum imperatricis, Sesamum senecioides,

References

Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:675836-1: 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].