Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
decomposita
ID:
1415774

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Br.) Jian Wang ter & A.R.Bean

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 10: 59 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001428239

Common Names

  • Lomandra decomposita
  • Decomposita Lomandra
  • Decomposita Mat Rush

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Description

Lomandra decomposita (also called 'Decomposing Lomandra', among many other common names) is a small shrub with narrow, evergreen leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lomandra decomposita is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of herbal medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lomandra decomposita has small, yellow flowers and a long, slender seedpod. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lomandra decomposita is a tropical plant that is best grown in a warm, humid climate. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in moist soil or a rooting medium.

Where to Find Lomandra decomposita

Lomandra decomposita can be found in Australia.

Lomandra decomposita FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lomandra decomposita?

Lomandra decomposita

What is the common name of Lomandra decomposita?

Decomposing Lomandra

Where is Lomandra decomposita native to?

Australia

Species in the Lomandra genus

Lomandra sonderi, Lomandra sericea, Lomandra rupestris, Lomandra purpurea, Lomandra preissii, Lomandra patens, Lomandra spartea, Lomandra ordii, Lomandra odora, Lomandra obliqua, Lomandra montana, Lomandra micrantha, Lomandra leucocephala, Lomandra pauciflora, Lomandra sororia, Lomandra suaveolens, Lomandra spicata, Lomandra tropica, Lomandra mucronata, Lomandra laxa, Lomandra cylindrica, Lomandra confertifolia, Lomandra collina, Lomandra caespitosa, Lomandra brevis, Lomandra bracteata, Lomandra densiflora, Lomandra drummondii, Lomandra banksii, Lomandra insularis, Lomandra hystrix, Lomandra hermaphrodita, Lomandra hastilis, Lomandra gracilis, Lomandra glauca, Lomandra fluviatilis, Lomandra fibrata, Lomandra elongata, Lomandra effusa, Lomandra juncea, Lomandra teres, Lomandra integra, Lomandra nutans, Lomandra maritima, Lomandra brittanii, Lomandra nigricans, Lomandra nana, Lomandra longifolia, Lomandra multiflora, Lomandra rigida,

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Anthony Bean (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.R.Bean' in the authors string.
Jian Wang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jian Wang ter' in the authors string.