Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
oblonga
ID:
412153

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) M.Hiroe

Source:
ksu

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Umbell. World : 887 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411485

Common Names

  • Trachymene oblonga
  • Oblong Trachymene
  • Oblong False Parsley

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Synonyms

  • Siebera oblonga S.Moore [unknown]

Description

Trachymene oblonga (also called Oblong Trachymene, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to Australia and New Zealand. It has narrow, linear leaves and small white flowers that grow in clusters on the end of long stems. It is found in open woodlands and grasslands, and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Trachymene oblonga is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control. It is known to be drought tolerant and can be used to create a hedge or border in a garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trachymene oblonga is white with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trachymene oblonga is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers warm, humid climates and should be grown in a well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter. It should be kept in partial shade and watered regularly. Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Trachymene oblonga

Trachymene oblonga is native to Australia and can be found in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and New South Wales.

Trachymene oblonga FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trachymene oblonga?

Trachymene oblonga

What is the common name of Trachymene oblonga?

Oblonga

What type of plant is Trachymene oblonga?

Herb

Species in the Trachymene genus

Trachymene montana, Trachymene moorei, Trachymene cussonii, Trachymene cyanantha, Trachymene dendrothrix, Trachymene didiscoides, Trachymene dusenii, Trachymene croniniana, Trachymene grandis, Trachymene erodioides, Trachymene flabellifolia, Trachymene geraniifolia, Trachymene glandulosa, Trachymene glaucifolia, Trachymene anisocarpa, Trachymene arfakensis, Trachymene acrotricha, Trachymene adenodes, Trachymene acerifolia, Trachymene austrocaledonica, Trachymene bialata, Trachymene bivestita, Trachymene celebica, Trachymene hookeri, Trachymene humilis, Trachymene incisa, Trachymene inflata, Trachymene koebrensis, Trachymene ceratocarpa, Trachymene clivicola, Trachymene coerulea, Trachymene composita, Trachymene valida, Trachymene villosa, Trachymene thysanocarpa, Trachymene tripartita, Trachymene umbratica, Trachymene tenuifolia, Trachymene sarasinorum, Trachymene scapigera, Trachymene leptophylla, Trachymene pulvilliforma, Trachymene pilbarensis, Trachymene pilosa, Trachymene psammophila, Trachymene pyrophila, Trachymene rigida, Trachymene rosulans, Trachymene rotundifolia, Trachymene procumbens,

Species in the Araliaceae family

Anakasia simplicifolia, Aralia apioides, Aralia armata, Aralia atropurpurea, Aralia bicrenata, Aralia bipinnata, Aralia cachemirica, Aralia caesia, Aralia californica, Aralia castanopsisicola, Aralia chinensis, Aralia continentalis, Aralia cordata, Aralia dasyphylla, Aralia dasyphylloides, Aralia debilis, Aralia decaisneana, Aralia delavayi, Aralia echinocaulis, Aralia elata, Aralia excelsa, Aralia fargesii, Aralia ferox, Aralia finlaysoniana, Aralia foliolosa, Aralia frodiniana, Aralia gigantea, Aralia gintungensis, Aralia glabra, Aralia glabrifoliolata, Aralia henryi, Aralia hispida, Aralia humilis, Aralia kansuensis, Aralia kingdon-wardii, Aralia leschenaultii, Aralia malabarica, Aralia melanocarpa, Aralia merrillii, Aralia mexicana, Aralia montana, Aralia nudicaulis, Aralia parasitica, Aralia plumosa, Aralia racemosa, Aralia regeliana, Aralia rex, Aralia scaberula, Aralia scopulorum, Aralia searelliana,

References

Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Minosuke Hiroe (1914-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Hiroe' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:849723-1: Based on the initial data import