Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
banksii
ID:
749495

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 283 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748828



Common Names

  • Thysanotus banksii
  • Banks' Fringe-lily
  • Banks' Fringe-lily Plant


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Synonyms

  • Chlamysporum banksii (R.Br.) Britten [unknown]
  • Thysanotus paniculatus R.Br. [unknown]

Description

Thysanotus banksii (also called Banks' Fringe-lily, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Thysanotus banksii is used in gardens as a low-maintenance groundcover. It is also used as a houseplant and is known for its drought tolerance.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thysanotus banksii has white flowers with yellow centers and black seeds. The seedlings are small and have multiple stems. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thysanotus banksii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Thysanotus banksii

Thysanotus banksii is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands in the south-eastern parts of the country.

Thysanotus banksii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thysanotus banksii?

Thysanotus banksii

What is the common name of Thysanotus banksii?

Banksii Thysanotus

What is the natural habitat of Thysanotus banksii?

It is found in temperate forests and grasslands

Species in the Thysanotus genus

Thysanotus glaucifolius, Thysanotus fastigiatus, Thysanotus lavanduliflorus, Thysanotus newbeyi, Thysanotus wangariensis, Thysanotus rectantherus, Thysanotus teretifolius, Thysanotus scaber, Thysanotus sparteus, Thysanotus speckii, Thysanotus spiniger, Thysanotus tenellus, Thysanotus tenuis, Thysanotus thyrsoideus, Thysanotus triandrus, Thysanotus tuberosus, Thysanotus vernalis, Thysanotus virgatus, Thysanotus ramulosus, Thysanotus baueri, Thysanotus acerosifolius, Thysanotus anceps, Thysanotus arbuscula, Thysanotus arenarius, Thysanotus cymosus, Thysanotus banksii, Thysanotus brachiatus, Thysanotus brachyantherus, Thysanotus brevifolius, Thysanotus chinensis, Thysanotus sabulosus, Thysanotus asper, Thysanotus nudicaulis, Thysanotus juncifolius, Thysanotus manglesianus, Thysanotus isantherus, Thysanotus parviflorus, Thysanotus patersonii, Thysanotus pauciflorus, Thysanotus pseudojunceus, Thysanotus pyramidalis, Thysanotus multiflorus, Thysanotus fractiflexus, Thysanotus dichotomus, Thysanotus exiliflorus, Thysanotus formosus, Thysanotus gageoides, Thysanotus glaucus, Thysanotus gracilis, Thysanotus unicupensis,

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-290327: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.