Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tuberosus
ID:
749214

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 282 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748547

Common Names

  • Thysanotus Tuberosus
  • Tuberous Fringed Lily
  • Tuberous Thysanotus

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Synonyms

  • Chlamysporum tuberosum (R.Br.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Thysanotus tuberosus (also called Tuberous fringe-lily, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Australia. It grows to a height of 10–30 cm and has narrow, linear leaves. Its flowers are white or pale pink and are arranged in a raceme. It is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Thysanotus tuberosus is an edible plant that is used in traditional medicine. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and for soil stabilization.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Thysanotus tuberosus sub. parviflorus (Benth.) Brittan
Thysanotus tuberosus sub. tuberosus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Thysanotus tuberosus are small and yellow. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thysanotus tuberosus is a small, perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Australia and is found in dry, open areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Thysanotus tuberosus

Thysanotus tuberosus is native to Australia.

Thysanotus tuberosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thysanotus tuberosus?

Thysanotus tuberosus

What is the common name of Thysanotus tuberosus?

Tuberous Fringe-lily

What is the natural habitat of Thysanotus tuberosus?

Tropical rainforests in 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-290280: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.