Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
telura
ID:
1286566

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.J.Burrows

Source:
tro

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 46(2): 165 (-167; figs. 25-27, map). 2008 [21 Jul 2008]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001285904

Common Names

  • Pimelea telura
  • Teluric Pimelea
  • Teluric Rice-Flower

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Description

Pimelea telura (also called slender riceflower, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the eastern United States and Canada, typically found in moist, open habitats, such as meadows, woodlands, and along streams. It typically grows to 1-3 feet in height and has small, oval-shaped leaves and bell-shaped, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pimelea telura is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It can also be used to attract birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pimelea telura has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, dark and round, and its seedlings have thin, green stems with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pimelea telura is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Pimelea telura

Pimelea telura is found in Australia, particularly in New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland.

Pimelea telura FAQ

What type of plant is Pimelea telura?

Pimelea telura is a species of flowering plant in the family Thymelaeaceae.

Where is Pimelea telura found?

Pimelea telura is found in Australia.

What are the uses of Pimelea telura?

Pimelea telura is used for medicinal and culinary purposes.

Species in the Pimelea genus

Pimelea villosa, Pimelea traversii, Pimelea tomentosa, Pimelea microphylla, Pimelea prostrata, Pimelea poppelwellii, Pimelea longifolia, Pimelea angulata, Pimelea lyallii, Pimelea buxifolia, Pimelea gnidia, Pimelea orthia, Pimelea xenica, Pimelea carnosa, Pimelea sporadica, Pimelea eremitica, Pimelea acra, Pimelea ignota, Pimelea mesoa, Pimelea dura, Pimelea notia, Pimelea declivis, Pimelea cryptica, Pimelea nitens, Pimelea hirta, Pimelea barbata, Pimelea mimosa, Pimelea oreophila, Pimelea strigosa, Pimelea elongata, Pimelea cremnophila, Pimelea filiformis, Pimelea aquilonia, Pimelea interioris, Pimelea pagophila, Pimelea spinescens, Pimelea octophylla, Pimelea ciliolaris, Pimelea ammocharis, Pimelea physodes, Pimelea neokyrea, Pimelea rosea, Pimelea brevistyla, Pimelea calcicola, Pimelea ciliata, Pimelea rara, Pimelea lehmanniana, Pimelea pelinos, Pimelea treyvaudii, Pimelea suteri,

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

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