Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nana
ID:
4890

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lipsky) Holub

Source:
gcc

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 8(4): 391 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000004219

Common Names

  • Dwarf Leuzea
  • Leuzea nana
  • Nana Leuzea

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Description

Leuzea nana (also called 'Dwarf leuzea', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 0.2 meters tall. It is native to Europe, specifically the Mediterranean region, and is found in open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Leuzea nana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leuzea nana is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leuzea nana is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate by division, divide the plant in the spring or fall and replant the divisions in their permanent location. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a cold frame in the spring and cover lightly with soil. Keep the soil moist and the seeds should germinate within a few weeks. Transplant the seedlings to their permanent location in the garden when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Leuzea nana

Leuzea nana can be found in the mountains of Central and Eastern Europe, including the Alps, Carpathians, and Balkan Mountains.

Leuzea nana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leuzea nana?

Leuzea nana

What type of plant is Leuzea nana?

It is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family.

Where is Leuzea nana found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region.

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

Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
Vladimir Ippolitovich Lipsky (1863-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lipsky' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:230303-1: Based on the initial data import