Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
tenuiculme
ID:
341607

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.T.Blake) B.G.Briggs & L.A.S.Johnson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Telopea 8: 23 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000340939

Common Names

  • Baloskion
  • Tenuiculme Baloskion
  • Tasmanian Tenuiculme Baloskion

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Synonyms

  • Restio tenuiculmis S.T.Blake [unknown]

Description

Baloskion tenuiculme (also called Slender-stemmed Baloskion, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Restionaceae. It is native to Brazil and Paraguay. It typically grows in moist forests, in rocky areas, and in wet areas.

Uses & Benefits

Baloskion tenuiculme is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Baloskion tenuiculme has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have long, thin leaves that are green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baloskion tenuiculme is a perennial herb that is native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Baloskion tenuiculme

Baloskion tenuiculme is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Baloskion tenuiculme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baloskion tenuiculme?

Baloskion tenuiculme

What is the common name of Baloskion tenuiculme?

Slender Grass Tree

What type of plant is Baloskion tenuiculme?

Tree

Species in the Restionaceae family

Alexgeorgea ganopoda, Alexgeorgea nitens, Alexgeorgea subterranea, Anarthria gracilis, Anarthria humilis, Anarthria laevis, Anarthria polyphylla, Anarthria prolifera, Anarthria scabra, Anthochortus capensis, Anthochortus crinalis, Anthochortus ecklonii, Anthochortus graminifolius, Anthochortus insignis, Anthochortus laxiflorus, Anthochortus singularis, Aphelia brizula, Aphelia cyperoides, Aphelia drummondii, Aphelia gracilis, Aphelia nutans, Aphelia pumilio, Apodasmia brownii, Apodasmia chilensis, Apodasmia similis, Apodasmia ceramophila, Askidiosperma alboaristatum, Askidiosperma alticola, Askidiosperma andreaeanum, Askidiosperma capitatum, Askidiosperma chartaceum, Askidiosperma delicatulum, Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae, Askidiosperma insigne, Askidiosperma longiflorum, Askidiosperma nitidum, Askidiosperma paniculatum, Askidiosperma rugosum, Askidiosperma alticolum, Baloskion australe, Baloskion fimbriatum, Baloskion gracile, Baloskion longipes, Baloskion pallens, Baloskion stenocoleum, Baloskion tenuiculme, Baloskion tetraphyllum, Calorophus elongatus, Calorophus erostris, Cannomois aristata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-221170: Based on the initial data import
Stanley Thatcher Blake (1910-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.T.Blake' in the authors string.
Lawrence Alexander Sidney Johnson (1925-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.A.S.Johnson' in the authors string.
Barbara G. Briggs (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.G.Briggs' in the authors string.