Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
tenella
ID:
119180

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 25(1): 102 (1987): (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000118509



Common Names

  • Leptinella Tenella
  • Dwarf Leptinella
  • Dwarf Brass Buttons


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Description

Leptinella tenella (also called 'Koromiko', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to New Zealand. It has small, grey-green leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in grassland, open shrubland, and coastal habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Leptinella tenella is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used to attract pollinators to gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leptinella tenella is a yellow-brown disc floret with a white ligule. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a short beak. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptinella tenella is a perennial herb that is native to New Zealand. It is easy to propagate by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is best grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Leptinella tenella

Leptinella tenella is native to New Zealand and is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and meadows. It can be found in the wild in New Zealand and Australia.

Leptinella tenella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptinella tenella?

Leptinella tenella

What is the growth habit of Leptinella tenella?

Leptinella tenella is an herbaceous perennial with a spreading growth habit.

Where is Leptinella tenella found?

Leptinella tenella is found in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.

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-79835: Based on the initial data import
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' 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.