Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
prasina
ID:
447812

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Schenk & D.W.Thomas

Source:
ksu

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Novon 14: 227 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000447144

Common Names

  • Prasina Ledermanniella
  • Prasina Broomrape
  • Prasina Toadflax

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Description

Ledermanniella prasina (also called Prasina Ledermanniella, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant with yellow flowers and a slender stem. It is native to South America and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ledermanniella prasina is a species of flowering plant in the plantain family. It has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ledermanniella prasina is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedling has a single cotyledon and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ledermanniella prasina is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It can be propagated by dividing the clumps in spring or early summer. Seeds can be sown in spring or early summer and should be lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Ledermanniella prasina

Ledermanniella prasina is native to Central and South America and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Ledermanniella prasina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ledermanniella prasina?

Ledermanniella prasina

What is the family of Ledermanniella prasina?

Plantaginaceae

What is the common name of Ledermanniella prasina?

Green ledermanniella

Species in the Ledermanniella genus

Ledermanniella minutissima, Ledermanniella pusilla, Ledermanniella tenax, Ledermanniella schlechteri, Ledermanniella sanagaensis, Ledermanniella raynaliorum, Ledermanniella ramosissima, Ledermanniella nicolasii, Ledermanniella musciformis, Ledermanniella monandra, Ledermanniella guineensis, Ledermanniella fluitans, Ledermanniella digitata, Ledermanniella congolana, Ledermanniella jaegeri, Ledermanniella boloensis, Ledermanniella bifurcata, Ledermanniella batangensis, Ledermanniella aloides, Ledermanniella adamesii, Ledermanniella abbayesii, Ledermanniella bowlingii, Ledermanniella thalloidea, Ledermanniella maturiniana, Ledermanniella linearifolia, Ledermanniella letouzeyi, Ledermanniella letestui, Ledermanniella keayi, Ledermanniella tenuifolia, Ledermanniella warmingiana, Ledermanniella onanae, Ledermanniella prasina, Ledermanniella pollardiana, Ledermanniella bosii, Ledermanniella lunda,

Species in the Podostemaceae family

Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,

References

Duncan W. Thomas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.W.Thomas' in the authors string.
John J. Schenk: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Schenk' in the authors string.