Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
traillii
ID:
7358

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006687



Common Names

  • Traillii Leptinella
  • Leptinella Traillii
  • Traillii Leptinella


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Description

Leptinella traillii (also called the Traill's Leptinella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single, erect stem with a solitary flower head. It is found in New Zealand and grows in open grasslands and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Leptinella traillii is a low-growing, evergreen perennial plant that is often used as a ground cover in gardens. It is also used to create a low-maintenance lawn alternative, as it is drought-tolerant and requires little mowing. It is also used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Leptinella traillii sub. traillii
Leptinella traillii sub. pulchella (Kirk) D.G.Lloyd & C.J.Webb

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptinella traillii has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptinella traillii can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a cold frame in early spring. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Larger divisions can be planted out direct into their permanent positions, though it is best to pot up smaller divisions and grow them on in a cold frame until they are established.

Where to Find Leptinella traillii

Leptinella traillii is native to New Zealand and can be found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes.

Leptinella traillii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptinella traillii?

Leptinella traillii

What is the common name of Leptinella traillii?

Traill's leptinella

Where does Leptinella traillii grow?

It is native to New Zealand

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-106451: 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.
Thomas Kirk (1828-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kirk' in the authors string.