Status:
valid
Authors:
L.M.Copel.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 24: 370 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332366
Common Names
- Homoranthus Clarksonii
- Clarksonii Homoranthus
- Homoranthus
Description
Homoranthus clarksonii (also called Clarkson's Homoranthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a few leaves. The flowers are white or pinkish with yellow spots and are borne in a terminal raceme. It grows in moist meadows, streambanks, and other wet areas.
Uses & Benefits
Homoranthus clarksonii is used as an ornamental plant and is grown in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Homoranthus clarksonii has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in dense clusters. The seeds are small, round and brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Homoranthus clarksonii is a terrestrial or epiphytic plant that is propagated by division. It should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept in bright, indirect light. Water regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Homoranthus clarksonii
Homoranthus clarksonii is native to the Northern Territory of Australia.
Homoranthus clarksonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Homoranthus clarksonii?
Homoranthus clarksonii
What type of plant is Homoranthus clarksonii?
A shrub
Where does Homoranthus clarksonii grow?
It grows in Australia
Species in the Homoranthus genus
Homoranthus biflorus,
Homoranthus cernuus,
Homoranthus croftianus,
Homoranthus darwinioides,
Homoranthus decasetus,
Homoranthus decumbens,
Homoranthus flavescens,
Homoranthus floydii,
Homoranthus homoranthoides,
Homoranthus lunatus,
Homoranthus melanostictus,
Homoranthus montanus,
Homoranthus papillatus,
Homoranthus porteri,
Homoranthus prolixus,
Homoranthus thomasii,
Homoranthus tropicus,
Homoranthus virgatus,
Homoranthus wilhelmii,
Homoranthus zeteticorum,
Homoranthus binghiensis,
Homoranthus coracinus,
Homoranthus tricolor,
Homoranthus bebo,
Homoranthus vagans,
Homoranthus inopinatus,
Homoranthus brevistylis,
Homoranthus elusus,
Homoranthus bruhlii,
Homoranthus clarksonii,
Homoranthus cummingii,
Species in the Myrtaceae family
Acca lanuginosa,
Acca macrostema,
Accara elegans,
Actinodium cunninghamii,
Agonis baxteri,
Agonis flexuosa,
Agonis grandiflora,
Agonis theiformis,
Agonis undulata,
Agonis hypericifolia,
Algrizea macrochlamys,
Algrizea minor,
Allosyncarpia ternata,
Aluta appressa,
Aluta aspera,
Aluta maisonneuvei,
Aluta quadrata,
Aluta teres,
Amomyrtella irregularis,
Amomyrtella guilii,
Amomyrtus luma,
Amomyrtus meli,
Angophora bakeri,
Angophora clelandi,
Angophora costata,
Angophora crassifolia,
Angophora dichromophloia,
Angophora euryphylla,
Angophora exul,
Angophora floribunda,
Angophora hispida,
Angophora inopina,
Angophora leiocarpa,
Angophora melanoxylon,
Angophora paludosa,
Angophora robur,
Angophora subvelutina,
Angophora woodsiana,
Angophora clelandii,
Anticoryne diosmoides,
Anticoryne ovalifolia,
Anticoryne melanosperma,
Archirhodomyrtus baladensis,
Archirhodomyrtus beckleri,
Archirhodomyrtus paitensis,
Archirhodomyrtus turbinata,
Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii,
Arillastrum gummiferum,
Astartea aspera,
Astartea corniculata,