Status:
valid
Authors:
(E.Mey.) B.-E.van Wyk & Boatwr.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Taxon60: 176 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749674
Common Names
- Leobordea Pentaphylla
- Pentaphylla Leobordea
- Five-Leaved Leobordea
Description
Leobordea pentaphylla (also called 'Five-leaved Daisy', among many other common names) is an annual plant with a single stem and a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Leobordea pentaphylla is a shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has white, yellow, or purple flowers that bloom in the summer. The plant is also used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties, such as being an anti-inflammatory and helping with digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leobordea pentaphylla has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leobordea pentaphylla is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every 2-3 months. Prune regularly to promote new growth.
Where to Find Leobordea pentaphylla
Leobordea pentaphylla can be found in Mexico.
Leobordea pentaphylla FAQ
What type of plant is Leobordea pentaphylla?
Leobordea pentaphylla is a perennial herb.
What is the natural habitat of Leobordea pentaphylla?
Leobordea pentaphylla is native to the Mediterranean region.
What are the blooming times of Leobordea pentaphylla?
Leobordea pentaphylla blooms in late spring and summer.
Species in the Leobordea genus
Leobordea procumbens,
Leobordea difformis,
Leobordea globulosa,
Leobordea laticeps,
Leobordea spicata,
Leobordea anthylloides,
Leobordea polycephala,
Leobordea pentaphylla,
Leobordea oligocephala,
Leobordea longicephala,
Leobordea lanata,
Leobordea sutherlandii,
Leobordea digitata,
Leobordea decumbens,
Leobordea benthamiana,
Leobordea longiflora,
Leobordea magnifica,
Leobordea pariflora,
Leobordea mucronata,
Leobordea stolzii,
Leobordea quinata,
Leobordea tapetiformis,
Leobordea mollis,
Leobordea pusilla,
Leobordea schoenfelderi,
Leobordea stipulosa,
Leobordea acuticarpa,
Leobordea adpressa,
Leobordea arida,
Leobordea carinata,
Leobordea mirabilis,
Leobordea maroccana,
Leobordea plicata,
Leobordea bracteosa,
Leobordea platycarpa,
Leobordea bullonii,
Leobordea esterhuyseniana,
Leobordea newtonii,
Leobordea pulchra,
Leobordea lanceolata,
Leobordea corymbosa,
Leobordea grandis,
Leobordea foliosa,
Leobordea eriantha,
Leobordea lupinifolia,
Leobordea rosea,
Leobordea prolifera,
Leobordea furcata,
Leobordea divaricata,
Species in the Fabaceae family