Libertia micrantha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Cunn.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1837
Citation Micro:
Compan. Bot. Mag. 2: 375 (1837)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000784709
Common Names
- Libertia micrantha
- Micrantha Libertia
- Libertia Micrantha
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Libertia micrantha (also called Dwarf Libertia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to New Zealand and is found in grasslands and rocky outcrops. It has linear leaves that are 2-5 cm long and 0.5-1 cm wide.
Uses & Benefits
Libertia micrantha is a flowering plant native to New Zealand. It is often grown as an ornamental plant for its attractive, fragrant flowers. The plant is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including headaches, fever, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Libertia micrantha has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Libertia micrantha is an evergreen perennial native to New Zealand. It is grown for its attractive foliage and its white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by division or cuttings. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Libertia micrantha
Libertia micrantha is native to South America and can be found in the Andes Mountains.
Libertia micrantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Libertia micrantha?
Libertia micrantha
What type of plant is Libertia micrantha?
It is a perennial herbaceous plant.
Where is Libertia micrantha native to?
It is native to New Zealand.
Species in the Libertia genus
Libertia pulchella, Libertia peregrinans, Libertia paniculata, Libertia ixioides, Libertia sessiliflora, Libertia tricocca, Libertia grandiflora, Libertia chilensis, Libertia colombiana, Libertia mooreae, Libertia cranwelliae, Libertia edgariae, Libertia micrantha, Libertia falcata, Libertia insignis, Libertia umbellata, Libertia flaccidifolia,
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,
References
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:439858-1: Based on the initial data import