Status:
valid
Authors:
G.L.Nesom
Source:
gcc
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 35: 130 (-131) (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000068925
Common Names
- Leibnitzia Occimadrensis
- Leibnitz's Thistle
- Leibnitz's Woolly Thistle
Description
Leibnitzia occimadrensis (also called Occimadrens' Leibnitzia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a woody base and a single stem. It has small, yellow flowers and is native to the Caucasus mountains in Europe. It is found in open grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Leibnitzia occimadrensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leibnitzia occimadrensis has small white flowers with a single pistil and five stamens. Its seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves at the base.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leibnitzia occimadrensis is a shrub native to Chile. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. The plant is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Leibnitzia occimadrensis
Leibnitzia occimadrensis is found in the Caucasus, Turkey, and Iran.
Leibnitzia occimadrensis FAQ
What are the common uses of Leibnitzia occimadrensis?
Leibnitzia occimadrensis is commonly used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
What is the optimal growing environment for Leibnitzia occimadrensis?
Leibnitzia occimadrensis prefers a warm, sunny environment with well-draining soil.
What are the main characteristics of Leibnitzia occimadrensis?
Leibnitzia occimadrensis is a perennial shrub with small, white flowers and dark green leaves.
Species in the Leibnitzia genus
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Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,