Status:
valid
Authors:
Pillans
Source:
wcs
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
Trans. Roy. Soc. South Africa 16: 371 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000570872
Common Names
- Thamnochortus guthrieae
- Guthrie's Thamnochortus
- Thamnochortus
- Guthrie's Thamnochortus
Synonyms
- Thamnochortus lewisiae Pillans [unknown]
- Thamnochortus nervosus Pillans [unknown]
- Thamnochortus plumosus Pillans [unknown]
Description
Thamnochortus guthrieae (also called Guthrie's 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 guthrieae 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 guthrieae 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thamnochortus guthrieae 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 guthrieae
Thamnochortus guthrieae can be found in the wild in South Africa.
Thamnochortus guthrieae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thamnochortus guthrieae?
Thamnochortus guthrieae
What is the common name of Thamnochortus guthrieae?
Guthrie's Thamnochortus
What is the natural habitat of Thamnochortus guthrieae?
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,