Status:
valid
Authors:
Cockayne
Source:
cmp
Year:
1925
Citation Micro:
Man. New Zealand Fl. , ed. 2: 680 (1925)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000537530
Common Names
- Anisotome imbricata
- Imbricate Anisotome
- Imbricate Star-flower
Synonyms
- Ligusticum imbricatum Hook.f. [unknown]
Description
Anisotome imbricata (also called Imbricate Anisotome, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a soft stem and long, narrow leaves. It is native to North America and is usually found in wetland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Anisotome imbricata is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anisotome imbricata has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anisotome imbricata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in wet or dry soils. It is also tolerant of salt and can be grown in coastal areas. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Anisotome imbricata
Anisotome imbricata can be found in New Zealand, in alpine and subalpine areas.
Anisotome imbricata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anisotome imbricata?
Anisotome imbricata
What is the common name of Anisotome imbricata?
N/A
What is the natural habitat of Anisotome imbricata?
Anisotome imbricata is found in alpine and subalpine grasslands and shrublands.
Species in the Anisotome genus
Anisotome acutifolia,
Anisotome antipoda,
Anisotome aromatica,
Anisotome brevistylis,
Anisotome capillifolia,
Anisotome cauticola,
Anisotome deltoidea,
Anisotome filifolia,
Anisotome flexuosa,
Anisotome haastii,
Anisotome imbricata,
Anisotome lanuginosa,
Anisotome latifolia,
Anisotome lyallii,
Anisotome patula,
Anisotome pilifera,
Anisotome procumbens,
Species in the Apiaceae family
Aciphylla anomala,
Aciphylla aurea,
Aciphylla cartilaginea,
Aciphylla colensoi,
Aciphylla congesta,
Aciphylla crenulata,
Aciphylla crosby-smithii,
Aciphylla cuthbertiana,
Aciphylla dieffenbachii,
Aciphylla dissecta,
Aciphylla divisa,
Aciphylla dobsonii,
Aciphylla ferox,
Aciphylla flexuosa,
Aciphylla glacialis,
Aciphylla glaucescens,
Aciphylla gracilis,
Aciphylla hectori,
Aciphylla hookeri,
Aciphylla horrida,
Aciphylla indurata,
Aciphylla inermis,
Aciphylla kirkii,
Aciphylla latibracteata,
Aciphylla lecomtei,
Aciphylla leighii,
Aciphylla lyallii,
Aciphylla monroi,
Aciphylla montana,
Aciphylla multisecta,
Aciphylla pinnatifida,
Aciphylla polita,
Aciphylla poppelwellii,
Aciphylla scott-thomsonii,
Aciphylla similis,
Aciphylla simplex,
Aciphylla simplicifolia,
Aciphylla spedeni,
Aciphylla squarrosa,
Aciphylla stannensis,
Aciphylla subflabellata,
Aciphylla takahea,
Aciphylla traillii,
Aciphylla traversii,
Aciphylla trifoliolata,
Aciphylla verticillata,
Acronema alpinum,
Acronema astrantiifolium,
Acronema brevipedicellatum,
Acronema bryophilum,