Status:
valid
Authors:
Marttala
Source:
ksu
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Madroño 43: 405 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000406137
Common Names
- Romanzoffia thompsonii
- Thompson's Romanzoffia
- Thompson's False-lily
Description
Romanzoffia thompsonii (also called Thompson's Romanzoffia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb species native to North America. It grows in dense tufts with narrow, linear leaves and a cylindrical spikelet. It is found in moist, shady areas of meadows and marshes.
Uses & Benefits
Romanzoffia thompsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to help filter water and reduce algae growth in ponds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Romanzoffia thompsonii has small, yellow-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Romanzoffia thompsonii is a perennial plant that is native to North America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Romanzoffia thompsonii
Romanzoffia thompsonii is native to North America and can be found in wet areas such as marshes, swamps, and ponds.
Romanzoffia thompsonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Romanzoffia thompsonii?
Romanzoffia thompsonii
What is the common name of Romanzoffia thompsonii?
Thompson's romanzoffia
Where is Romanzoffia thompsonii native to?
Australia
Species in the Romanzoffia genus
Species in the Boraginaceae family
Actinocarya acaulis,
Actinocarya tibetica,
Adelocaryum coelestinum,
Adelocaryum flexuosum,
Adelocaryum malabaricum,
Adelocaryum nebulicola,
Adelocaryum lambertianum,
Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum,
Aegonychon zollingeri,
Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum,
Aegonychon calabricum,
Aegonychon calabrum,
Afrotysonia africana,
Afrotysonia glochidiata,
Afrotysonia pilosicaulis,
Alkanna amana,
Alkanna angustifolia,
Alkanna areolata,
Alkanna attilae,
Alkanna aucheriana,
Alkanna auranitica,
Alkanna bracteosa,
Alkanna caliensis,
Alkanna cappadocica,
Alkanna confusa,
Alkanna corcyrensis,
Alkanna cordifolia,
Alkanna dumanii,
Alkanna frigida,
Alkanna froedinii,
Alkanna galilaea,
Alkanna graeca,
Alkanna haussknechtii,
Alkanna hellenica,
Alkanna hirsutissima,
Alkanna hispida,
Alkanna incana,
Alkanna intercedens,
Alkanna jordanovii,
Alkanna kotschyana,
Alkanna leiocarpa,
Alkanna leptophylla,
Alkanna lutea,
Alkanna macrophylla,
Alkanna macrosiphon,
Alkanna maleolens,
Alkanna megacarpa,
Alkanna methanaea,
Alkanna milliana,
Alkanna mughlae,
References
Vernon M. Marttala: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marttala' in the authors string.