Lindernia sp.
False pimpernel, False Pimpernel
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Family: Linderniaceae · Type: Perennial · Native
Lindernia sp. (False pimpernel) is a native California perennial in the Linderniaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Bacopa: Lindernia has two stamens plus forked staminodes; Bacopa has four fertile stamens.; vs Dopatrium: Lindernia has normal lance-shaped leaves; Dopatrium has tiny scale-like upper leaves.; vs Callitriche: Lindernia has tubular flowers with visible petals; Callitriche has no petals.; vs Hippuris: Lindernia has tubular flowers; Hippuris has no petals or sepals, just tiny stamens.; vs Synthyris: Lindernia is aquatic with smooth leaves; Synthyris is terrestrial with toothed rounded basal leaves.
Frequently asked questions
Is Lindernia sp. native to California?
Yes. Lindernia sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Lindernia sp. belong to?
Lindernia sp. is in the Linderniaceae family, genus Lindernia.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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