Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
filicula
ID:
80228

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Fl. Tasman. 1: 194 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000079557



Common Names

  • Fernleaf Fleabane
  • Fern-leaf Fleabane
  • Fernleaf Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Cotula filicula (Hook.f.) Benth. [unknown]
  • Symphyomera filicula Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Leptinella filicula (also called Leptinella, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andes of Colombia and Ecuador. It grows in humid montane forests, at elevations of 2000-3000 meters. Its physical characteristics include a basal rosette of leaves, and a flowering stem with few flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Leptinella filicula is a plant used for ornamental purposes in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, colds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptinella filicula has small yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptinella filicula is a perennial herbaceous plant native to New Zealand. It is easy to propagate by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Leptinella filicula

Leptinella filicula is native to New Zealand and can be found in grasslands, open woodlands, and coastal areas.

Leptinella filicula FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Leptinella filicula?

Leptinella filicula is native to the Andean region of Colombia.

What is the growth habit of Leptinella filicula?

Leptinella filicula is a perennial herb that grows up to 60 cm tall.

What is the flowering period of Leptinella filicula?

Leptinella filicula typically flowers from April to June.

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,

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