Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tenuis
ID:
749191

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Bot. Reg. 24: t. 50 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748524



Common Names

  • Thysanotus tenuis
  • Tenuis Thysanotus
  • Tenuis Fringe Lily


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Synonyms

  • Chlamysporum tenue (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Thysanotus tenuis (also called Slender fringe-lily, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Australia. It grows to a height of 10–30 cm and has narrow, linear leaves. Its flowers are white or pale pink and are arranged in a raceme. It is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Thysanotus tenuis is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Thysanotus tenuis is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thysanotus tenuis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a moist, humus-rich soil in partial shade and is hardy to USDA Zone 5.

Where to Find Thysanotus tenuis

Thysanotus tenuis can be found in Australia.

Thysanotus tenuis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thysanotus tenuis?

Thysanotus tenuis

What is the common name of Thysanotus tenuis?

Slender Fringed Lily

Where is Thysanotus tenuis 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-290276: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.