Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
liberta
ID:
435839

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cham. & Schltdl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 1: 353 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000435171

Common Names

  • Sanicula Liberta
  • Liberty Sanicle
  • Liberty Sanicle

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Description

Sanicula liberta (also called Liberta Sanicle, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apiaceae family. It is native to Hawaii, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests. It is an herb, growing up to 1 m tall. It has long, thin, arching leaves that are green to reddish-brown in color.

Uses & Benefits

Sanicula liberta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Sanicula liberta are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small, brown and ovoid. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sanicula liberta is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-draining soil mix and full sun. Water regularly and fertilize every few months during the growing season.

Where to Find Sanicula liberta

Sanicula liberta is native to Hawaii.

Sanicula liberta FAQ

What is the common name of Sanicula liberta?

Liberta Sanicula

What is the natural habitat of Sanicula liberta?

It is native to the tropical rainforests of the Democratic Republic of Congo.

What is the optimal temperature range for Sanicula liberta?

It prefers temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C)

Species in the Sanicula genus

Sanicula deserticola, Sanicula elata, Sanicula epipactis, Sanicula crassicaulis, Sanicula azorica, Sanicula kaiensis, Sanicula liberta, Sanicula mariversa, Sanicula graveolens, Sanicula europaea, Sanicula uralensis, Sanicula hoffmannii, Sanicula marilandica, Sanicula rubriflora, Sanicula arctopoides, Sanicula arguta, Sanicula bipinnata, Sanicula bipinnatifida, Sanicula canadensis, Sanicula kauaiensis, Sanicula laciniata, Sanicula maritima, Sanicula peckiana, Sanicula purpurea, Sanicula sandwicensis, Sanicula saxatilis, Sanicula smallii, Sanicula tracyi, Sanicula trifoliata, Sanicula tuberosa, Sanicula chinensis, Sanicula odorata, Sanicula tienmusis, Sanicula rugulosa, Sanicula astrantiifolia, Sanicula tuberculata, Sanicula hacquetioides, Sanicula tienmuensis, Sanicula serrata, Sanicula elongata, Sanicula coerulescens, Sanicula petagnioides, Sanicula lamelligera, Sanicula orthacantha, Sanicula giraldii, Sanicula pengshuiensis, Sanicula oviformis,

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2480217: Based on the initial data import
Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.