Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
falcata
ID:
797150

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ravenna

Source:
iplants

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Onira 10: 2 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000796483



Common Names

  • Libertia falcata
  • Falcata Libertia
  • Libertia


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Description

Libertia falcata (also called falcate libertia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the iris family, Iridaceae. It is native to New Zealand and is found in the North and South Islands. It grows in dry, sunny areas, often in woodlands or grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Libertia falcata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, skin diseases, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Libertia falcata has white flowers with yellow centers and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Libertia falcata is a perennial grass native to New Zealand. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Libertia falcata

Libertia falcata is native to the southeastern United States, from Florida to Texas, and can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and along stream banks.

Libertia falcata FAQ

What is the common name of Libertia falcata?

Mountain Iris

What is the natural habitat of Libertia falcata?

Mountainous areas of New Zealand

What is the optimal soil type for Libertia falcata?

Well-drained, moist soil

Species in the Iridaceae family

Alophia drummondii, Alophia intermedia, Alophia medusa, Alophia silvestris, Alophia veracruzana, Aristea abyssinica, Aristea africana, Aristea alata, Aristea anceps, Aristea angolensis, Aristea angustifolia, Aristea bakeri, Aristea bequaertii, Aristea biflora, Aristea cantharophila, Aristea capitata, Aristea cladocarpa, Aristea compressa, Aristea cuspidata, Aristea dichotoma, Aristea djalonis, Aristea ecklonii, Aristea fimbriata, Aristea flexicaulis, Aristea galpinii, Aristea glauca, Aristea goetzei, Aristea grandis, Aristea humbertii, Aristea inaequalis, Aristea juncifolia, Aristea kitchingii, Aristea latifolia, Aristea lugens, Aristea madagascariensis, Aristea montana, Aristea monticola, Aristea nyikensis, Aristea oligocephala, Aristea palustris, Aristea parviflora, Aristea pauciflora, Aristea platycaulis, Aristea polycephala, Aristea pusilla, Aristea racemosa, Aristea ranomafana, Aristea recisa, Aristea rigidifolia, Aristea rupicola,

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