Calibrachoa linoides
NameCalibrachoa linoides
Scientific NameCalibrachoa linoides
Common NamesMillion Bells, Trailing Petunia
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatNative to South America, particularly Brazil, Uruguay, and Argentina, where it grows in grasslands, rocky outcrops, and sandy soils, often in full sun.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesThere are no widely documented traditional medicinal uses for Calibrachoa linoides. It is primarily cultivated as an ornamental plant.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific medicinal contraindications are known, as this plant is not traditionally used for medicinal purposes.
Cultivation NotesThrives in full sun and well-drained soil, preferring slightly acidic to neutral pH. It is relatively drought-tolerant once established and benefits from regular fertilization during its blooming season to encourage continuous flowering.
Raritycommon
Description
Calibrachoa linoides is a perennial herbaceous plant characterized by its small, vibrant, trumpet-shaped flowers, typically magenta or purple with a yellow throat, blooming profusely. It features small, somewhat linear to spatulate leaves and a trailing or mounding growth habit, often forming dense mats.
