Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
rotundata
ID:
128648

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cheeseman) D.G.Lloyd & C.J.Webb

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 25(1): 102 (1987): (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127977

Common Names

  • Round-leaved Leptinella
  • Round-leaf Leptinella
  • Round-headed Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Cotula rotunda (Cheeseman) D.G.Lloyd [unknown]
  • Cotula dioica rotundata Cheeseman [unknown]

Description

Leptinella rotundata (also called Round-Leaf Leptinella, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has a single stem with a rosette of leaves and a solitary flower head. It grows in grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Leptinella rotundata is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptinella rotundata has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have round-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptinella rotundata is a perennial herb that is propagated through seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers and requires regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Leptinella rotundata

Leptinella rotundata is native to New Zealand.

Leptinella rotundata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptinella rotundata?

Leptinella rotundata

What type of plant is Leptinella rotundata?

Herbaceous perennial

Where is Leptinella rotundata native to?

New Zealand

What is the growth habit of Leptinella rotundata?

Mat-forming

What is the average height of Leptinella rotundata?

1-2 inches

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-8897: Based on the initial data import
Colin James Webb (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.J.Webb' in the authors string.
David Lloyd (1937-2006): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.G.Lloyd' in the authors string.
Thomas Frederic Cheeseman (1846-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cheeseman' in the authors string.