Brachyscome leptocarpa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptocarpa
ID:
133100
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1855
Citation Micro:
Trans. Philos. Soc. Victoria 1: 43. 1855
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132429
Common Names
- Brachyscome
- Cut-leaf-daisy
- Leptocarpa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brachyscome leptocarpa (also called slender-fruit swan river daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It is a small plant, growing to a height of about 30 cm and has white flowers. It is found in open, sunny habitats in Australia.
Uses & Benefits
Brachyscome leptocarpa is a flowering plant that is often used in gardens as a ground cover. It is also known for its ability to attract bees and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brachyscome leptocarpa has small white flowers with yellow centres and small, light brown seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves that are covered in fine hairs.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brachyscome leptocarpa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny location. Division can be done in the spring or fall. Plants should be spaced 12-18 inches apart.
Where to Find Brachyscome leptocarpa
Brachyscome leptocarpa can be found in Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia.
Brachyscome leptocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brachyscome leptocarpa?
Brachyscome leptocarpa
What is the common name of Brachyscome leptocarpa?
Brachyscome leptocarpa
Where is Brachyscome leptocarpa found?
It is found in the Mediterranean region
Species in the Brachyscome genus
Brachyscome riparia, Brachyscome trachycarpa, Brachyscome scapigera, Brachyscome longiscapa, Brachyscome tadgellii, Brachyscome diversifolia, Brachyscome papuana, Brachyscome dissectifolia, Brachyscome iberidifolia, Brachyscome dentata, Brachyscome coongiensis, Brachyscome sinclairii, Brachyscome ciliaris, Brachyscome parvula, Brachyscome chrysoglossa, Brachyscome graminea, Brachyscome glandulosa, Brachyscome lineariloba, Brachyscome cuneifolia, Brachyscome multifida, Brachyscome whitei, Brachyscome melanocarpa, Brachyscome xanthocarpa, Brachyscome perpusilla, Brachyscome segmentosa, Brachyscome nova-anglica, Brachyscome stuartii, Brachyscome obovata, Brachyscome papillosa, Brachyscome assamica, Brachyscome eriogona, Brachyscome stolonifera, Brachyscome breviscapis, Brachyscome tatei, Brachyscome muelleri, Brachyscome blackii, Brachyscome montana, Brachyscome tenuiscapa, Brachyscome decipiens, Brachyscome tetrapterocarpa, Brachyscome dichromosomatica, Brachyscome nivalis, Brachyscome elegans, Brachyscome spathulata, Brachyscome procumbens, Brachyscome ciliocarpa, Brachyscome pusilla, Brachyscome smithwhitei, Brachyscome rara, Brachyscome sieberi,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,
References
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:185953-1: Based on the initial data import