Triantha racemosa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
racemosa
ID:
748563
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Walter) Small
Source:
wcs
Year:
1903
Citation Micro:
Fl. S.E. U.S. : 249 (1903)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000747896
Common Names
- Triantha racemosa
- Racemose Triantha
- Racemosa Triantha
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Melanthium racemosum Walter [unknown]
Description
Triantha racemosa (also called Star Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Africa. It has a creeping rhizome with short, erect stems and linear leaves. It is found in grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Triantha racemosa is an attractive ornamental plant used in gardens and landscaping. It is used as a groundcover and can be used to create a low-maintenance garden. It is also used in rock gardens and other areas where it can spread without becoming invasive.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Triantha racemosa has small, white flowers that bloom in clusters. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Triantha racemosa is a perennial herb native to East Africa. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).
Where to Find Triantha racemosa
Triantha racemosa is native to North America, and can be found in the United States and Canada.
Triantha racemosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Triantha racemosa?
Triantha racemosa
What type of plant is Triantha racemosa?
It is a perennial herb
Where is Triantha racemosa native to?
It is native to North America
Species in the Triantha genus
Species in the Tofieldiaceae family
Harperocallis flava, Harperocallis paniculata, Harperocallis duidae, Harperocallis falcata, Harperocallis longiflora, Harperocallis neblinae, Harperocallis penduliflora, Harperocallis robustior, Harperocallis schomburgkiana, Harperocallis sessiliflora, Harperocallis sipapoensis, Pleea tenuifolia, Tofieldia cernua, Tofieldia yoshiiana, Tofieldia thibetica, Tofieldia coccinea, Tofieldia divergens, Tofieldia calyculata, Tofieldia nuda, Tofieldia okuboi, Tofieldia pusilla, Tofieldia glabra, Tofieldia himalaica, Tofieldia hybrida, Tofieldia furusei, Triantha racemosa, Triantha occidentalis, Triantha japonica, Triantha glutinosa,
References
Thomas Walter (1740-1789): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walter' in the authors string.
John Kunkel Small (1869-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Small' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:256643-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.