Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prismatica
ID:
411177

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schwantes) H.E.K.Hartmann & Liede

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
in Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 106: 481. 1986.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000410509



Common Names

  • Prismatic Tanquana
  • Prismatica Tanquana
  • Tanquana Prismatica


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Description

Tanquana prismatica (also called Prismatic Tanquana, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Eriocaulaceae family. It is an evergreen perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America and is found in wet grasslands and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Tanquana prismatica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tanquana prismatica has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tanquana prismatica is a low-growing, evergreen perennial with a creeping habit. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or stem cuttings.

Where to Find Tanquana prismatica

Tanquana prismatica is native to India and can be found in the rivers and streams of the country.

Tanquana prismatica FAQ

What are the common names of Tanquana prismatica?

Common names of Tanquana prismatica include Prismatic Tanquana and Prismatic Daisy Bush.

What is the growth rate of Tanquana prismatica?

Tanquana prismatica has a moderate to fast growth rate.

What is the light requirement of Tanquana prismatica?

Tanquana prismatica prefers full sun to partial shade.

Species in the Tanquana genus

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Sigrid Liede (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liede' in the authors string.
Martin Heinrich Gustav Schwantes (1881-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schwantes' in the authors string.
Heidrun Hartmann (1942-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.E.K.Hartmann' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000410509: Based on the initial data import