Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
patersonii
ID:
749828

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 284 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749161



Common Names

  • Thysanotus patersonii
  • Paterson's Thysanotus
  • Paterson's Fringe Lily


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Synonyms

  • Chlamysporum menziesii (R.Br.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Thysanotus volubilis R.Br. [unknown]
  • Thysanotus menziesii R.Br. [unknown]

Description

Thysanotus patersonii (also called Paterson's Thysanotus, among many other common names) is a small herb native to Australia. It typically grows in moist, shady habitats and has small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Thysanotus patersonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thysanotus patersonii has small, white, star-shaped flowers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thysanotus patersonii is a perennial herb native to Australia. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C. It can be pruned to maintain its shape.

Where to Find Thysanotus patersonii

Thysanotus patersonii is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Victoria.

Thysanotus patersonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thysanotus patersonii?

Thysanotus patersonii

What is the common name of Thysanotus patersonii?

Paterson's Fringe-lily

Where is Thysanotus patersonii found?

Thysanotus patersonii is found in Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia

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-290369: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.