Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
altilitoralis
ID:
123047

Status:
valid

Authors:
(P.Royen & D.G.Lloyd) D.G.Lloyd & C.J.Webb

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 25(1): 104 (1987): (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000122376



Common Names

  • Kangaroo Daisy
  • Rabbit Ears
  • Plains Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Cotula altilitoralis P.Royen & D.G.Lloyd [unknown]

Description

Leptinella altilitoralis (also called Low Fescue, among many other common names) is a small perennial grass with a stem up to 10 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry grasslands and scrublands at elevations of 500-1500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Leptinella altilitoralis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine as a remedy for various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptinella altilitoralis has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptinella altilitoralis is a perennial plant that is easily propagated by seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Leptinella altilitoralis

Leptinella altilitoralis is native to South America. It is found in grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Leptinella altilitoralis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptinella altilitoralis?

Leptinella altilitoralis

What is the common name of Leptinella altilitoralis?

Tall Fescue

What is the natural habitat of Leptinella altilitoralis?

Grasslands of New Zealand

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

Colin James Webb (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.J.Webb' in the authors string.
David Lloyd (1937-2006): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.G.Lloyd' in the authors string.
Pieter van Royen (1923-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Royen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:944755-1: Based on the initial data import