Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
spectabilis
ID:
127756

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 35: 51 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127085



Common Names

  • Libanothamnus Spectabilis
  • Giant Broom
  • Giant Broom Flower


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Description

Libanothamnus spectabilis (also called Spectacular Libanothamnus, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with evergreen leaves and white flowers. It is native to the Middle East. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Libanothamnus spectabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as fever, digestive problems, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Libanothamnus spectabilis has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in a single row along the stem. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Libanothamnus spectabilis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. When planting, it is important to ensure that the soil is not too compacted, as this can lead to poor growth. Once established, it is relatively drought tolerant. To encourage flowering, it is important to deadhead the flowers as they fade.

Where to Find Libanothamnus spectabilis

Libanothamnus spectabilis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

Libanothamnus spectabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Libanothamnus spectabilis?

Libanothamnus spectabilis

What type of plant is Libanothamnus spectabilis?

Libanothamnus spectabilis is a shrub.

Where does Libanothamnus spectabilis grow?

Libanothamnus spectabilis is native to 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-88098: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.