ID: wayside "weed"

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  1. hwchoy

    hwchoy Member

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    Hi, appreciate if anyone could identify this tiny weed growing on the wayside of Singapore (Southeast Asia) bearing in mind this may well not be native. My guess is one of the Lindernia spp.

    The size of each leaf is about 1.5-2cm across.


    * first link is 750×500; second link is 3000×2000


    side view

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    http://www.hexazona.com/hwchoy/gallery/i3000/20070806_2655.jpg


    plan view

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    http://www.hexazona.com/hwchoy/gallery/i3000/20070806_2662.jpg


    habit

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    http://www.hexazona.com/hwchoy/gallery/i3000/20070806_2667.jpg
     
  2. hwchoy

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    no one could offer an idea? :(
     
  3. Michael F

    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Lots of people have looked (the thread has had 48 viewings). Sad fact is, most of us are from temperate areas and not well versed in identification of tropical species. Sorry, I certainly don't know what it is.
     
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    awww :) well I thank those who looked and hope they enjoy the tropical weed :)
     
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    Daniel Mosquin Paragon of Plants UBC Botanical Garden Forums Administrator Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Acanthaceae?
     
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