Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
parvulus
ID:
37460

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 47: 3 (-4) (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036789



Common Names

  • Libanothamnus
  • Parvulus Libanothamnus
  • Libanothamnus Parvulus


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Description

Libanothamnus parvulus (also called Small-Leaved Libanothamnus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to California, where it grows in chaparral and oak woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Libanothamnus parvulus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Libanothamnus parvulus is a white or pinkish-white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Libanothamnus parvulus is an evergreen shrub that grows in a wide range of soils and climates. It is best grown in full sun and requires well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or by layering. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be about 6 inches long. Layering can be done in spring or summer by bending a branch to the ground and burying it in the soil. The branch should be kept in place with a stake or rock until it takes root.

Where to Find Libanothamnus parvulus

Libanothamnus parvulus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, open areas such as rocky hillsides and grasslands.

Libanothamnus parvulus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Libanothamnus parvulus?

Libanothamnus parvulus

What is the natural habitat of Libanothamnus parvulus?

Libanothamnus parvulus is found in dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region.

What is the growth habit of Libanothamnus parvulus?

Libanothamnus parvulus is a shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height.

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-135579: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.