Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
longifolia
ID:
255733

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 4: 426 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255065

Common Names

  • Oldenlandia longifolia
  • Longifolia Oldenlandia
  • Oldenlandia

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Synonyms

  • Hedyotis longifolia Schumach. & Thonn. [illegitimate]

Description

Oldenlandia longifolia (also called Long-leaved Oldenlandia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It has linear leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas in grasslands and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Oldenlandia longifolia is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and abdominal pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oldenlandia longifolia is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oldenlandia longifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some shade, but will produce fewer flowers. It is drought tolerant once established. Deadheading spent flowers will encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Oldenlandia longifolia

Oldenlandia longifolia is native to tropical Africa.

Oldenlandia longifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oldenlandia longifolia?

Oldenlandia longifolia

What are the common names of Oldenlandia longifolia?

Long-leaved Oldenlandia, Long-leaved False Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Oldenlandia longifolia?

It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

Species in the Oldenlandia genus

Oldenlandia ascedens, Oldenlandia acicularis, Oldenlandia adscensionis, Oldenlandia aegialodes, Oldenlandia aemulans, Oldenlandia affinis, Oldenlandia apoensis, Oldenlandia arenarioides, Oldenlandia aretioides, Oldenlandia aridosa, Oldenlandia balfourii, Oldenlandia banksii, Oldenlandia bicornuta, Oldenlandia boscii, Oldenlandia brachypetala, Oldenlandia brachyphylla, Oldenlandia breviflora, Oldenlandia cana, Oldenlandia capensis, Oldenlandia capillipes, Oldenlandia capituligera, Oldenlandia chevalieri, Oldenlandia chiovendae, Oldenlandia ciliata, Oldenlandia ciliolata, Oldenlandia clausa, Oldenlandia comata, Oldenlandia contracta, Oldenlandia corymbosa, Oldenlandia cryptocarpa, Oldenlandia cyperoides, Oldenlandia debilis, Oldenlandia decipiens, Oldenlandia densiflora, Oldenlandia dinteri, Oldenlandia drymarioides, Oldenlandia duemmeri, Oldenlandia dusenii, Oldenlandia echinulosa, Oldenlandia erythraeoides, Oldenlandia fastigiata, Oldenlandia filicaulis, Oldenlandia filifolia, Oldenlandia flosculosa, Oldenlandia forcipitistipula, Oldenlandia friesiorum, Oldenlandia geophila, Oldenlandia grandis, Oldenlandia gregaria, Oldenlandia herbacea,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,