Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptophyllum
ID:
11420

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Tanaceteen : 48 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010749

Common Names

  • Tanacetum leptophyllum
  • Leptophyllum Tansy
  • Leptophyllum Silverweed

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Synonyms

  • Pyrethrum leptophyllum Steven [unknown]
  • Pyrethrum leptophyllum Steven ex M.Bieb. [unknown]

Description

Tanacetum leptophyllum (also called Narrow-leaved Tansy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with yellow flowers and a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands, meadows and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Tanacetum leptophyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization. It has a high tolerance for drought and can be used to reduce erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tanacetum leptophyllum is a white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tanacetum leptophyllum is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Tanacetum leptophyllum

Tanacetum leptophyllum is native to the Mediterranean region, ranging from Spain to Turkey and North Africa.

Tanacetum leptophyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tanacetum leptophyllum?

Tanacetum leptophyllum

What is the common name of Tanacetum leptophyllum?

Narrow-leaved Tansy

What is the natural habitat of Tanacetum leptophyllum?

It is found in dry, open woods and prairies in the eastern United States.

Species in the Tanacetum genus

Tanacetum odessanum, Tanacetum stoliczkae, Tanacetum achilleifolium, Tanacetum funkii, Tanacetum cadmeum, Tanacetum corymbosum, Tanacetum annuum, Tanacetum alyssifolium, Tanacetum munzurdaghensis, Tanacetum atkinsonii, Tanacetum tatsienense, Tanacetum musilii, Tanacetum tabrisianum, Tanacetum leptophyllum, Tanacetum petrareum, Tanacetum balsamita, Tanacetum uniflorum, Tanacetum porphyrostephanum, Tanacetum stapfianum, Tanacetum kaschgarianum, Tanacetum mucroniferum, Tanacetum tomentellum, Tanacetum hissaricum, Tanacetum vahlii, Tanacetum germanicopolitanum, Tanacetum paczoskii, Tanacetum bachtiaricum, Tanacetum albipannosum, Tanacetum kotschyi, Tanacetum tirinense, Tanacetum armenum, Tanacetum oxystegium, Tanacetum ghoratense, Tanacetum aucherianum, Tanacetum peucedanifolium, Tanacetum argenteum, Tanacetum macrophyllum, Tanacetum mikeschinii, Tanacetum cinerariifolium, Tanacetum praeteritum, Tanacetum haradjanii, Tanacetum zahlbruckneri, Tanacetum richterioides, Tanacetum tenuisectum, Tanacetum millefolium, Tanacetum alatavicum, Tanacetum cappadocicum, Tanacetum paleaceum, Tanacetum baltistanicum, Tanacetum corymbiforme,

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,

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