Liparia graminifolia - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
tro
Year:
1771
Citation Micro:
Mant. Pl.2: 268 (1771)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001057962
Common Names
- Liparia graminifolia
- Graminifolia Liparia
- Graminifolia Liparia Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Liparia graminifolia (also called Grass-leaved Liparia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India. It grows in dry grasslands and rocky areas, and has white or pink flowers with yellow centers.
Uses & Benefits
Liparia graminifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Liparia graminifolia has small, white flowers with five petals and a long, curved style. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with two opposite leaves and a short stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Liparia graminifolia is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Liparia graminifolia
Liparia graminifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Species in the Liparia genus
Liparia parva, Liparia splendens, Liparia racemosa, Liparia graminifolia, Liparia laevigata, Liparia umbellifera, Liparia vestita, Liparia angustifolia, Liparia bonaespei, Liparia confusa, Liparia congesta, Liparia rafnioides, Liparia striata, Liparia boucheri, Liparia calycina, Liparia genistoides, Liparia latifolia, Liparia hirsuta, Liparia capitata, Liparia myrtifolia,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Liparia graminifolia L.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.