Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
drummondii
ID:
57362

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
New Zealand Journal of Botany 25 1987

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000056691



Common Names

  • Plume Flower
  • Plume Daisy
  • Drummond's Plume Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Cotula drummondii Benth. [unknown]

Description

Leptinella drummondii (also called 'Plume Flower', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It grows in sunny, dry habitats, and has a rosette of small, feathery leaves with yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Leptinella drummondii is an ornamental plant that can be used in rock gardens or as a ground cover. It is also known to be drought tolerant and can be used to prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptinella drummondii has small yellow flowers with white centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptinella drummondii is a perennial herb that grows in moist, well-drained soils. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a light, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Leptinella drummondii

Leptinella drummondii is native to Australia and can be found in New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania.

Leptinella drummondii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptinella drummondii?

Leptinella drummondii

What is the common name of Leptinella drummondii?

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What is the growth habit of Leptinella drummondii?

It is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial.

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-15536: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
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.