Status:
valid
Authors:
(Brittan) Sirisena, Conran & T.D.Macfarl.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 27: 122 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001348037
Common Names
- Thysanotus Fragrans
- Fragrans Thysanotus
- Thysanotus of Fragrans
Description
Thysanotus fragrans (also called Fragrant Fringe Lily, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with delicate, white flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Thysanotus fragrans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thysanotus fragrans has yellow or white flowers, with the seed being a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thysanotus fragrans is a perennial that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is frost tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. Prune the plant regularly to maintain a neat shape.
Where to Find Thysanotus fragrans
Thysanotus fragrans is native to Australia.
Thysanotus fragrans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thysanotus fragrans?
Thysanotus fragrans
What type of plant is Thysanotus fragrans?
Herb
Where is Thysanotus fragrans native to?
Australia
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
Udani M. Sirisena: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sirisena' in the authors string.