Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Genus:
Species:
stricta
ID:
811234

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Burm.f.) J.C.Manning & Vinn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Taxon 56: 177 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000810568

Common Names

  • Wurmbea stricta
  • W. stricta
  • W. stricta

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Description

Wurmbea stricta (also called Slender Wurmbea, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to Australia. It has narrow, linear leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Wurmbea stricta is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used in landscaping and as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Wurmbea stricta has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a central stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wurmbea stricta can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept warm and humid. The plants should be kept in bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Wurmbea stricta

Wurmbea stricta is native to Australia.

Wurmbea stricta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wurmbea stricta?

Wurmbea stricta

What type of plant is Wurmbea stricta?

Herb

Where is Wurmbea stricta found?

Australia

Species in the Wurmbea genus

Wurmbea densiflora, Wurmbea capensis, Wurmbea burttii, Wurmbea uniflora, Wurmbea saccata, Wurmbea biglandulosa, Wurmbea monantha, Wurmbea stellata, Wurmbea elatior, Wurmbea minima, Wurmbea kraussii, Wurmbea elongata, Wurmbea drummondii, Wurmbea dioica, Wurmbea compacta, Wurmbea centralis, Wurmbea decumbens, Wurmbea angustifolia, Wurmbea tenuis, Wurmbea tubulosa, Wurmbea odorata, Wurmbea inframediana, Wurmbea dilatata, Wurmbea deserticola, Wurmbea sinora, Wurmbea cernua, Wurmbea graniticola, Wurmbea marginata, Wurmbea tenella, Wurmbea murchisoniana, Wurmbea monopetala, Wurmbea variabilis, Wurmbea robusta, Wurmbea recurva, Wurmbea hiemalis, Wurmbea dolichantha, Wurmbea latifolia, Wurmbea calcicola, Wurmbea pusilla, Wurmbea inusta, Wurmbea pygmaea, Wurmbea spicata, Wurmbea australis, Wurmbea citrina, Wurmbea glassii, Wurmbea nilpinna, Wurmbea punctata, Wurmbea stricta, Wurmbea inflata, Wurmbea fluviatilis,

Species in the Colchicaceae family

Baeometra uniflora, Baeometra uniflora, Burchardia bairdiae, Burchardia congesta, Burchardia monantha, Burchardia multiflora, Burchardia rosea, Burchardia umbellata, Camptorrhiza indica, Camptorrhiza strumosa, Colchicum alpinum, Colchicum antilibanoticum, Colchicum arenarium, Colchicum arenasii, Colchicum asteranthum, Colchicum atticum, Colchicum autumnale, Colchicum balansae, Colchicum baytopiorum, Colchicum bivonae, Colchicum boissieri, Colchicum bulbocodium, Colchicum burttii, Colchicum chalcedonicum, Colchicum chimonanthum, Colchicum cilicicum, Colchicum confusum, Colchicum corsicum, Colchicum cretense, Colchicum crocifolium, Colchicum cupanii, Colchicum davisii, Colchicum decaisnei, Colchicum doerfleri, Colchicum dolichantherum, Colchicum eichleri, Colchicum euboeum, Colchicum fasciculare, Colchicum feinbruniae, Colchicum filifolium, Colchicum freynii, Colchicum gonarei, Colchicum graecum, Colchicum haynaldii, Colchicum heldreichii, Colchicum hierosolymitanum, Colchicum hirsutum, Colchicum hungaricum, Colchicum imperatoris-friderici, Colchicum inundatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-348821: Based on the initial data import
Nicolaas Laurens Burman (1733-1793): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burm.f.' in the authors string.
John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.
Annika Vinnersten (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vinn.' in the authors string.