Status:
valid
Authors:
B.G.Briggs
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Telopea 16: 25 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345296
Common Names
- Tephrinus Leptocarpus
- Leptocarpus Tephrinus
- Leptocarpus
Description
Leptocarpus tephrinus (also called 'Mountain 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 tephrinus 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 tephrinus 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 tephrinus 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 tephrinus
Leptocarpus tephrinus is native to Australia.
Leptocarpus tephrinus FAQ
What are the common names of Leptocarpus tephrinus?
Tephrinus Leptocarpus
What is the scientific name of Leptocarpus tephrinus?
Leptocarpus tephrinus
What is the natural habitat of Leptocarpus tephrinus?
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,