Leptinella minor - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
minor
ID:
139489
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1852
Citation Micro:
Fl. Nov.-Zel. 1: 129 (1852)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000138818
Common Names
- Minor Leptinella
- Leptinella Daisy
- Minor Daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Cotula haastii Kirk [unknown]
- Cotula minor Hook.f. [unknown]
Description
Leptinella minor (also called Small Leptinella, among many other common names) is an annual herb of the family Asteraceae. It has a single flower head with yellow ray florets and yellow disc florets. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Leptinella minor is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leptinella minor has yellow flowers with five petals, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Leptinella minor is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate. It can be propagated by seed or division. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in spring or early summer and replant the divisions in a sunny location.
Where to Find Leptinella minor
Leptinella minor is native to Europe and can be found in dry, grassy areas such as meadows and pastures.
Leptinella minor FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leptinella minor?
Leptinella minor
What type of plant is Leptinella minor?
It is a perennial herb of the daisy family.
Where does Leptinella minor grow?
It is native to Mexico and grows in dry, open areas.
Species in the Leptinella genus
Leptinella lanata, Leptinella filiformis, Leptinella traillii, Leptinella featherstonii, Leptinella albida, Leptinella dioica, Leptinella wilhelminensis, Leptinella pusilla, Leptinella leptoloba, Leptinella rotunda, Leptinella sarawaketensis, Leptinella longipes, Leptinella pectinata, Leptinella drummondii, Leptinella intermedia, Leptinella plumosa, Leptinella maniototo, Leptinella nana, Leptinella filicula, Leptinella dendyi, Leptinella serrulata, Leptinella scariosa, Leptinella pyrethrifolia, Leptinella atrata, Leptinella potentillina, Leptinella squalida, Leptinella tenella, Leptinella dispersa, Leptinella altilitoralis, Leptinella rotundata, Leptinella reptans, Leptinella goyenii, Leptinella calcarea, Leptinella minor, Leptinella conjuncta,
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-99446: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.