Liparia racemosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.L.Schutte
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot.17: 22 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000363085
Common Names
- Liparia Racemosa
- Racemose Liparia
- Racemose Pea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Liparia racemosa (also called Racemose Liparia, Racemose Daisy, and Racemose Daisy Bush, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers and grows in sunny, dry areas. It is often found in grasslands, woodlands, and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Liparia racemosa is used for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and anti-bacterial properties, and is used to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Liparia racemosa is a white color with a tubular shape. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a yellow-green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Liparia racemosa can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division is best done in the spring or early summer. The rhizomes should be divided into sections with at least one eye per section. The sections should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist.
Where to Find Liparia racemosa
Liparia racemosa is native to tropical Africa.
Liparia racemosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Liparia racemosa?
Liparia racemosa
What is the common name of Liparia racemosa?
Racemose liparia
What is the natural habitat of Liparia racemosa?
It is found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America
Species in the Liparia genus
Liparia parva, Liparia splendens, Liparia racemosa, Liparia graminifolia, Liparia laevigata, Liparia umbellifera, Liparia vestita, Liparia angustifolia, Liparia bonaespei, Liparia confusa, Liparia congesta, Liparia rafnioides, Liparia striata, Liparia boucheri, Liparia calycina, Liparia genistoides, Liparia latifolia, Liparia hirsuta, Liparia capitata, Liparia myrtifolia,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Anne Lise Schutte (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.L.Schutte' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:996446-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Liparia racemosa A.L.Schutte: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.