Status:
valid
Authors:
(Suess.) B.G.Briggs
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Telopea 16: 22 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345293
Common Names
- Denmarkicus Leptocarpus
- Leptocarpus Denmarkicus
- Leptocarpus
Description
Leptocarpus denmarkicus (also called 'Denmark Daisy', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to New Zealand. It grows in alpine and subalpine areas, in grassland, open shrubland, and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Leptocarpus denmarkicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leptocarpus denmarkicus has small, white flowers with yellow centres. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leptocarpus denmarkicus is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in a container or in the ground.
Where to Find Leptocarpus denmarkicus
Leptocarpus denmarkicus is native to Australia.
Leptocarpus denmarkicus FAQ
What are the common names of Leptocarpus denmarkicus?
Denmarkicus Leptocarpus
What is the scientific name of Leptocarpus denmarkicus?
Leptocarpus denmarkicus
What is the natural habitat of Leptocarpus denmarkicus?
It is found in moist, shady areas, usually in shallow water or on wet rocks
Species in the Leptocarpus genus
Leptocarpus canus,
Leptocarpus coangustatus,
Leptocarpus crassipes,
Leptocarpus laxus,
Leptocarpus scariosus,
Leptocarpus tenax,
Leptocarpus trisepalus,
Leptocarpus denmarkicus,
Leptocarpus scoparius,
Leptocarpus tephrinus,
Leptocarpus roycei,
Leptocarpus decipiens,
Leptocarpus depilatus,
Leptocarpus crebriculmis,
Leptocarpus kraussii,
Leptocarpus thysananthus,
Species in the Restionaceae family
Alexgeorgea ganopoda,
Alexgeorgea nitens,
Alexgeorgea subterranea,
Anarthria gracilis,
Anarthria humilis,
Anarthria laevis,
Anarthria polyphylla,
Anarthria prolifera,
Anarthria scabra,
Anthochortus capensis,
Anthochortus crinalis,
Anthochortus ecklonii,
Anthochortus graminifolius,
Anthochortus insignis,
Anthochortus laxiflorus,
Anthochortus singularis,
Aphelia brizula,
Aphelia cyperoides,
Aphelia drummondii,
Aphelia gracilis,
Aphelia nutans,
Aphelia pumilio,
Apodasmia brownii,
Apodasmia chilensis,
Apodasmia similis,
Apodasmia ceramophila,
Askidiosperma alboaristatum,
Askidiosperma alticola,
Askidiosperma andreaeanum,
Askidiosperma capitatum,
Askidiosperma chartaceum,
Askidiosperma delicatulum,
Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae,
Askidiosperma insigne,
Askidiosperma longiflorum,
Askidiosperma nitidum,
Askidiosperma paniculatum,
Askidiosperma rugosum,
Askidiosperma alticolum,
Baloskion australe,
Baloskion fimbriatum,
Baloskion gracile,
Baloskion longipes,
Baloskion pallens,
Baloskion stenocoleum,
Baloskion tenuiculme,
Baloskion tetraphyllum,
Calorophus elongatus,
Calorophus erostris,
Cannomois aristata,