Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
neriifolius
ID:
31795

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ernst

Source:
gcc

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
Vargasia 1(7): 186 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031124



Common Names

  • Libanothamnus Neriifolius
  • Nerifolia
  • Nerifolius


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Synonyms

  • Baillieria neriifolia (Bonpl. ex Humb.) Kunth [unknown]
  • Trixis neriifolia Bonpl. ex Humb. [unknown]
  • Espeletia neriifolia Sch.Bip. ex Wedd. [unknown]
  • Clibadium neriifolium DC. [unknown]
  • Libanothamnus neriifolius neriifolius [unknown]
  • Espeletia neriifolia Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Libanothamnus gritaensis Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Trixis nereifolia Bonpl. ex Humb. [unknown]

Description

Libanothamnus neriifolius (also called Olive-leaved False Heather, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, leathery, dark green leaves and white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Libanothamnus neriifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Libanothamnus neriifolius var. bocanensis Cuatrec.
Libanothamnus neriifolius var. columbicus (Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.
Libanothamnus neriifolius var. cristamontis (Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Libanothamnus neriifolius is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Libanothamnus neriifolius is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Libanothamnus neriifolius

Libanothamnus neriifolius is native to the Canary Islands.

Libanothamnus neriifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Libanothamnus neriifolius?

Libanothamnus neriifolius

What type of plant is Libanothamnus neriifolius?

Evergreen tree

Where does Libanothamnus neriifolius grow?

California

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-13010: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Ernst (1832-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ernst' in the authors string.