Libertia sessiliflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Poepp.) Skottsb.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Nat. Hist. Juan Fernandez , reimpr. 2: 778 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000784620
Common Names
- Libertia sessiliflora
- Sessile-flowered Libertia
- Sessile-flowered Iris
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Libertia sessiliflora (also called Sessile-Flowered-Freedom, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to New Zealand and Australia. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady places such as in forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Libertia sessiliflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and is also used for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Libertia sessiliflora has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have narrow, grass-like leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Libertia sessiliflora is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or fall and divisions should be taken in late spring.
Where to Find Libertia sessiliflora
Libertia sessiliflora is native to New Zealand.
Libertia sessiliflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Libertia sessiliflora?
Libertia sessiliflora
What is the common name of Libertia sessiliflora?
Sessile-flowered Libertia
What is the natural habitat of Libertia sessiliflora?
Grasslands and open woodlands
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-323142: Based on the initial data import
Eduard Friedrich Poeppig (1798-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poepp.' in the authors string.
Carl Skottsberg (1880-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Skottsb.' in the authors string.