Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
gracilis
ID:
571529

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mast.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 1: 327 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000570861

Common Names

  • Thamnochortus gracilis
  • Graceful Thamnochortus
  • Thamnochortus
  • Graceful Thamnochortus

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Synonyms

  • Staberoha gracilis T.Durand & Schinz [unknown]

Description

Thamnochortus gracilis (also called Slender Thamnochortus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to South Africa and grows in rocky areas. It has leathery, dark green leaves and white flowers with yellow centers.

Uses & Benefits

Thamnochortus gracilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is drought-tolerant and can be used to create a low-maintenance landscape. The plant has a long flowering season and produces bright yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thamnochortus gracilis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thamnochortus gracilis is a shrub native to South Africa. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet tall. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and allowed to dry for a few days before planting in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Thamnochortus gracilis

Thamnochortus gracilis can be found in the wild in South Africa.

Thamnochortus gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thamnochortus gracilis?

Thamnochortus gracilis

What is the common name of Thamnochortus gracilis?

Thamnochortus gracilis

What is the natural habitat of Thamnochortus gracilis?

Dry grassland, rocky slopes and scrubland

Species in the Thamnochortus genus

Thamnochortus acuminatus, Thamnochortus amoena, Thamnochortus arenarius, Thamnochortus bachmannii, Thamnochortus cinereus, Thamnochortus dumosus, Thamnochortus ellipticus, Thamnochortus erectus, Thamnochortus fraternus, Thamnochortus fruticosus, Thamnochortus glaber, Thamnochortus gracilis, Thamnochortus guthrieae, Thamnochortus insignis, Thamnochortus karooica, Thamnochortus levynsiae, Thamnochortus lucens, Thamnochortus muirii, Thamnochortus nutans, Thamnochortus obtusus, Thamnochortus paniculatus, Thamnochortus papyraceus, Thamnochortus pellucidus, Thamnochortus platypteris, Thamnochortus pluristachyus, Thamnochortus pulcher, Thamnochortus punctatus, Thamnochortus rigidus, Thamnochortus scabridus, Thamnochortus schlechteri, Thamnochortus spicigerus, Thamnochortus sporadicus, Thamnochortus stokoei, Thamnochortus kammanassiae, Thamnochortus spiciger,

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,

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