Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
virgatus
ID:
749227

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brittan

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Contr. New South Wales Natl. Herb. 4: 265 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748560



Common Names

  • Thysanotus Virgatus
  • Twisted Fringed Lily
  • Twisted Thysanotus


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Description

Thysanotus virgatus (also called Thysanotus virgatus, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial herb with a creeping habit and small, ovate leaves. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Australia and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Thysanotus virgatus is an edible plant that is used in traditional medicine. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thysanotus virgatus has small, star-shaped, five-petalled flowers that are usually white or blue in colour. Its seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thysanotus virgatus is a small, perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Australia and is found in dry, open areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Thysanotus virgatus

Thysanotus virgatus is native to Australia.

Thysanotus virgatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thysanotus virgatus?

Thysanotus virgatus

What is the common name of Thysanotus virgatus?

Twisted Fringe-lily

What is the natural habitat of Thysanotus virgatus?

Grasslands, woodlands, and open forests

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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