Lindernia antipoda (L.) Alston
| Etymology | Genus | After Franz Balthasar von Lindern, a German botanist |
|---|---|---|
| Species | Opposite feet; perhaps referring to the oppositely arranged leaves | |
| Family | Linderniaceae | |
| Synonyms | Ruellia antipoda L. | |
| Common Names | Sparrow False Pimpernel | |
| Status | Cryptogenic | |
| Form | Herb | |
| Native Distribution | East Asia, Indian subcontinent, Indochina, Malesia, Micronesia | |
Diagnostics
Lindernia antipoda is an occasional weed in lawns. The flowers are purple with two yellow "tongues" sticking out. The leaves are elliptic with serrated margins.
Interesting Facts
Sources compiled by PIER (2002) said that the petal colour can range from purple to blue or white.
A lush coverage of Sparrow False Pimpernel growing out of a pavement.
The flower is purple with two yellow "tongues".
Flower, with red upper lip, white lower lip and a yellow centre.
References
PIER (2006) Linderia antipoda. Pacific Island Ecosystem at Risk (PIER), Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry. http://www.hear.org/pier. Accessed on 20-May-2013.
Siyang ·
2013-05-20 / Modified: 2017-12-25