Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
scoparius
ID:
1332840

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.G.Briggs

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Telopea 16: 22 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345294

Common Names

  • Scoparius Leptocarpus
  • Leptocarpus Scoparius
  • Leptocarpus

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Description

Leptocarpus scoparius (also called 'Scoparia 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 scoparius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and as an ingredient in perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptocarpus scoparius 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptocarpus scoparius 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 scoparius

Leptocarpus scoparius is native to Australia.

Leptocarpus scoparius FAQ

What are the common names of Leptocarpus scoparius?

Scoparius Leptocarpus

What is the scientific name of Leptocarpus scoparius?

Leptocarpus scoparius

What is the natural habitat of Leptocarpus scoparius?

It is found in moist, shady areas, usually in shallow water or on wet rocks

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,

References

Barbara G. Briggs (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.G.Briggs' in the authors string.