Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
anceps
ID:
749470

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Sketch Veg. Swan R. : lviii (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748803

Common Names

  • Thysanotus anceps
  • Anceps Fringe Lily
  • Anceps Thysanotus

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Synonyms

  • Chlamysporum anceps (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Thysanotus anceps (also called Two-Tailed Lily, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Australia. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers and is found in grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Thysanotus anceps is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Thysanotus anceps is white and has five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings have thin, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thysanotus anceps is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize in spring.

Where to Find Thysanotus anceps

Thysanotus anceps can be found in moist, grassy areas in Australia.

Thysanotus anceps FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thysanotus anceps?

Thysanotus anceps

What is the common name of Thysanotus anceps?

Two-edged Thysanotus

What is the natural habitat of Thysanotus anceps?

Dry, rocky hillsides and bushveld

Species in the Thysanotus genus

Thysanotus glaucifolius, Thysanotus fastigiatus, Thysanotus lavanduliflorus, Thysanotus newbeyi, Thysanotus wangariensis, Thysanotus rectantherus, Thysanotus teretifolius, Thysanotus scaber, Thysanotus sparteus, Thysanotus speckii, Thysanotus spiniger, Thysanotus tenellus, Thysanotus tenuis, Thysanotus thyrsoideus, Thysanotus triandrus, Thysanotus tuberosus, Thysanotus vernalis, Thysanotus virgatus, Thysanotus ramulosus, Thysanotus baueri, Thysanotus acerosifolius, Thysanotus anceps, Thysanotus arbuscula, Thysanotus arenarius, Thysanotus cymosus, Thysanotus banksii, Thysanotus brachiatus, Thysanotus brachyantherus, Thysanotus brevifolius, Thysanotus chinensis, Thysanotus sabulosus, Thysanotus asper, Thysanotus nudicaulis, Thysanotus juncifolius, Thysanotus manglesianus, Thysanotus isantherus, Thysanotus parviflorus, Thysanotus patersonii, Thysanotus pauciflorus, Thysanotus pseudojunceus, Thysanotus pyramidalis, Thysanotus multiflorus, Thysanotus fractiflexus, Thysanotus dichotomus, Thysanotus exiliflorus, Thysanotus formosus, Thysanotus gageoides, Thysanotus glaucus, Thysanotus gracilis, Thysanotus unicupensis,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-290323: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.