Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
filifolia
ID:
698292

Status:
valid

Authors:
Planch.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 9: 305 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000697625



Common Names

  • Threadleaf Byblis
  • Threadleaf Rainflower
  • Threadleaf Rain Daisy


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Description

Byblis filifolia (also called rainbow plant, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Byblidaceae family. It is native to Australia, growing in open, sunny areas. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a stem with a single flower, which is typically pink in color.

Uses & Benefits

Byblis filifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It has a number of medicinal uses, including treatment of fever, digestive issues, and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Byblis filifolia is a bright pink color with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Byblis filifolia is a perennial plant native to Australia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation can be done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Byblis filifolia

Byblis filifolia can be found in Australia, in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and Western Australia.

Byblis filifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Byblis filifolia?

Byblis filifolia

What is the common name of Byblis filifolia?

Rainbow Plant

What is the natural habitat of Byblis filifolia?

Australia

References

Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:321758-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].