Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 34: 290 (-291), fig (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131636
Common Names
- Liabum macbridei
- MacBride's Liabum
- MacBride's Sage
Description
Liabum macbridei (also called MacBride's liabum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Liabum macbridei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as its leaves are believed to have anti-inflammatory properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Liabum macbridei is a white-pinkish color and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Liabum macbridei is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It should be planted in full sun in well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize in early spring. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming.
Where to Find Liabum macbridei
Liabum macbridei is native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas in the mountains, such as along streams and in valleys.
Liabum macbridei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Liabum macbridei?
Liabum macbridei
What is the common name of Liabum macbridei?
MacBride's liabum
What is the natural habitat of Liabum macbridei?
Liabum macbridei is found in dry, rocky, and grassy areas of the southwestern United States
Species in the Liabum genus
Liabum nigropilosum,
Liabum saundersii,
Liabum ovatifolium,
Liabum acuminatum,
Liabum saloyense,
Liabum floribundum,
Liabum cubense,
Liabum oblanceolatum,
Liabum nudicaule,
Liabum steinbachii,
Liabum igniarium,
Liabum selleanum,
Liabum nigropilosum,
Liabum kingii,
Liabum solidagineum,
Liabum umbellatum,
Liabum barclayae,
Liabum eriocaulon,
Liabum vargasii,
Liabum falcatum,
Liabum eggersii,
Liabum stipulatum,
Liabum polycephalum,
Liabum wrightii,
Liabum bourgeaui,
Liabum melastomoides,
Liabum poiteaui,
Liabum amplexicaule,
Liabum asclepiadeum,
Liabum trianae,
Liabum grandiflorum,
Liabum macbridei,
Liabum subacaule,
Liabum barahonense,
Liabum ferreyrii,
Liabum crispum,
Liabum sandemannii,
Liabum asclepiadeum,
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,