Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
unicupensis
ID:
917092

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sirisena, T.D.Macfarl. & Conran

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 19: 260 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000916427



Common Names

  • Thysanotus unicupensis
  • Unicup Thysanotus
  • Thysanotus


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Description

Thysanotus unicupensis (also called One-cup Thysanotus, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of Australia. It has small, ovate-lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, open areas, such as roadsides and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Thysanotus unicupensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks for its attractive flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thysanotus unicupensis has small, white flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, black and have a tuft of hairs at one end. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thysanotus unicupensis is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded location. Propagation is done by division of the clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a well-drained, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Thysanotus unicupensis

Thysanotus unicupensis can be found in the tropical forests of 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-461508: Based on the initial data import
John Godfrey Conran (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Conran' in the authors string.
Terry Macfarlane (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.D.Macfarl.' in the authors string.
Udani M. Sirisena: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sirisena' in the authors string.