Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
serrulata
ID:
82802

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 25(1): 103 (1987): (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000082131



Common Names

  • Serrulate Leptinella
  • Serrulated Daisy
  • Leptinella Serrulata


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Synonyms

  • Cotula serrulata D.G.Lloyd [unknown]

Description

Leptinella serrulata (also called saw-tooth brass buttons, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial native to New Zealand. It is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, chaparral, and disturbed sites. It has small, yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Leptinella serrulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a groundcover and for erosion control. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptinella serrulata has small yellow flowers that are borne in clusters on the end of the stems. The seeds are small and black and are enclosed in a membranous sac. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a few short hairs on the surface.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptinella serrulata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Leptinella serrulata

Leptinella serrulata can be found in New Zealand.

Leptinella serrulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptinella serrulata?

Leptinella serrulata

What is the common name of Leptinella serrulata?

Serrated Brass Buttons

What is the natural habitat of Leptinella serrulata?

Leptinella serrulata is native to New Zealand and is found in grassy areas, open woodlands, and disturbed sites.

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-38657: Based on the initial data import
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.