Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
ellipticus
ID:
41304

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 44: 80 (-81), fig (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040633



Common Names

  • Ellipticus Litothamnus
  • Litothamnus
  • Cushion Bush


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Description

Litothamnus ellipticus (also called Elliptic Litothamnus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has an upright habit and produces small white flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Litothamnus ellipticus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Litothamnus ellipticus is a yellow daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped achene. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a single, deeply lobed, grey-green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Litothamnus ellipticus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9.

Where to Find Litothamnus ellipticus

Litothamnus ellipticus can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.

Litothamnus ellipticus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Litothamnus ellipticus?

Litothamnus ellipticus

What is the natural habitat of Litothamnus ellipticus?

It is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the characteristics of Litothamnus ellipticus?

It is an evergreen shrub with yellow flowers and narrow, pointed leaves.

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-139294: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.