Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
attenuata
ID:
361913

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook. & Arn.) Fernald

Source:
cmp

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 26: 94 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000361245



Common Names

  • Lilaeopsis attenuata
  • Slender Lilaeopsis
  • Lilaeopsis


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Synonyms

  • Crantzia attenuata Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
  • Lilaeopsis attenuata attenuata [unknown]

Description

Lilaeopsis attenuata (also called 'Attenuate Grasswort', among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Australia and New Zealand. It is found in wet places such as marshes, swamps, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Lilaeopsis attenuata is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lilaeopsis attenuata sub. ulei (R.L.Pérez-Mor.) Affolter

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lilaeopsis attenuata has small, white flowers with three petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lilaeopsis attenuata is a perennial herb that can be propagated through division of the rhizomes. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C (32°F).

Where to Find Lilaeopsis attenuata

Lilaeopsis attenuata can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Lilaeopsis attenuata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lilaeopsis attenuata?

Lilaeopsis attenuata

What is the common name of Lilaeopsis attenuata?

Slender grasswort

What is the natural habitat of Lilaeopsis attenuata?

Wetlands, marshes, and streams

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2342337: Based on the initial data import
Merritt Lyndon Fernald (1873-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fernald' in the authors string.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.