Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
glaucus
ID:
749946

Status:
valid

Authors:
Endl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Pl. Preiss. 2: 38 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749279



Common Names

  • Thysanotus glaucus
  • Glaucous Rush-lily
  • Glaucous Rushlily


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Synonyms

  • Chlamysporum glaucum (Endl.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Thysanotus glaucus (also called 'Glaucous Fringe Lily', among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial native to Australia. It has narrow, linear leaves and white flowers. It is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Thysanotus glaucus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thysanotus glaucus has small, white flowers, and its seeds are small, black, and round-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have small, round-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thysanotus glaucus is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a well-drained potting mix. Division is done by dividing the rootball into smaller sections and replanting.

Where to Find Thysanotus glaucus

Thysanotus glaucus can be found in tropical rainforests in Australia.

Thysanotus glaucus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thysanotus glaucus?

Thysanotus glaucus

What is the common name of Thysanotus glaucus?

Glaucous Thysanotus

What is the natural habitat of Thysanotus glaucus?

Rainforest and woodland

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,

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