Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
occimadrensis
ID:
69596

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 35: 130 (-131) (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000068925



Common Names

  • Leibnitzia Occimadrensis
  • Leibnitz's Thistle
  • Leibnitz's Woolly Thistle


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Description

Leibnitzia occimadrensis (also called Occimadrens' Leibnitzia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a woody base and a single stem. It has small, yellow flowers and is native to the Caucasus mountains in Europe. It is found in open grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Leibnitzia occimadrensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leibnitzia occimadrensis has small white flowers with a single pistil and five stamens. Its seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves at the base.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leibnitzia occimadrensis is a shrub native to Chile. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. The plant is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Leibnitzia occimadrensis

Leibnitzia occimadrensis is found in the Caucasus, Turkey, and Iran.

Leibnitzia occimadrensis FAQ

What are the common uses of Leibnitzia occimadrensis?

Leibnitzia occimadrensis is commonly used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

What is the optimal growing environment for Leibnitzia occimadrensis?

Leibnitzia occimadrensis prefers a warm, sunny environment with well-draining soil.

What are the main characteristics of Leibnitzia occimadrensis?

Leibnitzia occimadrensis is a perennial shrub with small, white flowers and dark green leaves.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-25770: Based on the initial data import
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.