Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
sporadicus
ID:
571938

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pillans

Source:
wcs

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 18: 116 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000571270

Common Names

  • Thamnochortus sporadicus
  • Sporadic Thamnochortus
  • Spotted Thamnochortus

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Synonyms

  • Thamnochortus muticus Pillans [unknown]
  • Thamnochortus piketbergensis Pillans [unknown]
  • Thamnochortus similis Pillans [unknown]

Description

Thamnochortus sporadicus (also called Sporadic 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 sporadicus is used as a decorative plant in gardens and as an ornamental plant in parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thamnochortus sporadicus has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are light green and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thamnochortus sporadicus is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Thamnochortus sporadicus

Thamnochortus sporadicus can be found in South Africa, Lesotho, and Swaziland.

Thamnochortus sporadicus FAQ

How big does Thamnochortus sporadicus grow?

Thamnochortus sporadicus typically grows to a height of 1-2 meters.

What type of soil does Thamnochortus sporadicus prefer?

Thamnochortus sporadicus prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

What type of climate does Thamnochortus sporadicus prefer?

Thamnochortus sporadicus prefers a warm, dry climate.

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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