Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
juncifolius
ID:
749738

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Salisb.) J.H.Willis & Court

Source:
wcs

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 1: 45. 1956

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749071



Common Names

  • Thysanotus juncifolius
  • Juncifolius Thysanotus
  • Rush-leaved Thysanotus


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Description

Thysanotus juncifolius (also called 'Reed Thysanotus' or 'Reed Fairy-Tail Grass', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with small white flowers. It is native to Australia and New Zealand and is typically found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Thysanotus juncifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Thysanotus juncifolius is a white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thysanotus juncifolius can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Thysanotus juncifolius

Thysanotus juncifolius can be found in Australia, in areas such as New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Thysanotus juncifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thysanotus juncifolius?

Thysanotus juncifolius

What is the common name of Thysanotus juncifolius?

Grass Fringe Lily

What is the natural habitat of Thysanotus juncifolius?

Grass Fringe Lily is native to Australia

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-290358: Based on the initial data import
Richard Anthony Salisbury (1761-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salisb.' in the authors string.
James Hamlyn Willis (1910-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.H.Willis' in the authors string.
Arthur Bertram Court (1927-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Court' in the authors string.