Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Species:
tenuis
ID:
786002

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth. & Hook.f.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 18: 160 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000785335

Common Names

  • Tenuis Nemastylis
  • Slender Nemastylis
  • Slender Star-grass

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Description

Nemastylis tenuis (also called Slender-stemmed Nemastylis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in wet meadows, wet prairies, and wet savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Nemastylis tenuis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees to the garden.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Nemastylis tenuis sub. pringlei (S.Watson) Goldblatt
Nemastylis tenuis var. nana (S.Watson) R.C.Foster
Nemastylis tenuis var. caerulescens (Greenm.) R.C.Foster
Nemastylis tenuis sub. tenuis
Nemastylis tenuis var. purpusii R.C.Foster

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nemastylis tenuis is white and has four petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nemastylis tenuis is a small, evergreen perennial that grows up to 10 cm (4 in) tall. It has narrow, grass-like leaves and small, white flowers. Cultivation and propagation: Nemastylis tenuis is easy to grow in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Nemastylis tenuis

Nemastylis tenuis can be found in the western parts of South Africa, in grassland and rocky areas.

Nemastylis tenuis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nemastylis tenuis?

Nemastylis tenuis

What is the common name of Nemastylis tenuis?

Slender nemastylis

What is the natural habitat of Nemastylis tenuis?

Grassland and rocky slopes

Species in the Iridaceae family

Alophia drummondii, Alophia intermedia, Alophia medusa, Alophia silvestris, Alophia veracruzana, Aristea abyssinica, Aristea africana, Aristea alata, Aristea anceps, Aristea angolensis, Aristea angustifolia, Aristea bakeri, Aristea bequaertii, Aristea biflora, Aristea cantharophila, Aristea capitata, Aristea cladocarpa, Aristea compressa, Aristea cuspidata, Aristea dichotoma, Aristea djalonis, Aristea ecklonii, Aristea fimbriata, Aristea flexicaulis, Aristea galpinii, Aristea glauca, Aristea goetzei, Aristea grandis, Aristea humbertii, Aristea inaequalis, Aristea juncifolia, Aristea kitchingii, Aristea latifolia, Aristea lugens, Aristea madagascariensis, Aristea montana, Aristea monticola, Aristea nyikensis, Aristea oligocephala, Aristea palustris, Aristea parviflora, Aristea pauciflora, Aristea platycaulis, Aristea polycephala, Aristea pusilla, Aristea racemosa, Aristea ranomafana, Aristea recisa, Aristea rigidifolia, Aristea rupicola,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-323844: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.