Status:
valid
Authors:
Rye
Source:
ksu
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 13: 341 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000454375
Common Names
- Trymalium monospermum
- One-seeded Trymalium
- One-seeded Sandmat
Description
Trymalium monospermum (also called One-seeded Trymalium, among many other common names) is a small shrub, usually growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, from woodlands to grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Trymalium monospermum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trymalium monospermum has small, white flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trymalium monospermum is a perennial herb that grows in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining soil and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a well-draining soil.
Where to Find Trymalium monospermum
Trymalium monospermum is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Trymalium monospermum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trymalium monospermum?
Trymalium monospermum
What is the common name of Trymalium monospermum?
One-seeded Trymalium
What is the natural habitat of Trymalium monospermum?
Dry, sandy soils
Species in the Trymalium genus
Trymalium wayae,
Trymalium venustum,
Trymalium elachophyllum,
Trymalium densiflorum,
Trymalium daphnifolium,
Trymalium myrtillus,
Trymalium monospermum,
Trymalium ledifolium,
Trymalium angustifolium,
Trymalium albicans,
Trymalium urceolare,
Trymalium litorale,
Trymalium spatulatum,
Trymalium odoratissimum,
Species in the Rhamnaceae family
Adolphia californica,
Adolphia infesta,
Alphitonia pomaderroides,
Alphitonia carolinensis,
Alphitonia excelsa,
Alphitonia ferruginea,
Alphitonia franguloides,
Alphitonia incana,
Alphitonia macrocarpa,
Alphitonia marquesensis,
Alphitonia neocaledonica,
Alphitonia petriei,
Alphitonia philippinensis,
Alphitonia ponderosa,
Alphitonia whitei,
Alphitonia zizyphoides,
Alphitonia oblata,
Alvimiantha tricamerata,
Ampelozizyphus guaquirensis,
Ampelozizyphus amazonicus,
Ampelozizyphus kuripacorum,
Araracuara vetusta,
Auerodendron acuminatum,
Auerodendron acunae,
Auerodendron cubense,
Auerodendron glaucescens,
Auerodendron jamaicense,
Auerodendron martii,
Auerodendron northropianum,
Auerodendron pauciflorum,
Auerodendron reticulatum,
Auerodendron truncatum,
Bathiorhamnus capuronii,
Bathiorhamnus dentatus,
Bathiorhamnus macrocarpus,
Bathiorhamnus reticulatus,
Bathiorhamnus vohemarensis,
Bathiorhamnus cryptophorus,
Bathiorhamnus louvelii,
Berchemia annamensis,
Berchemia arisanensis,
Berchemia barbigera,
Berchemia brachycarpa,
Berchemia burmanniana,
Berchemia cinerascens,
Berchemia compressicarpa,
Berchemia discolor,
Berchemia edgeworthii,
Berchemia elmeri,
Berchemia flavescens,