Tapeinochilos naumannii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
naumannii
ID:
569264
Status:
valid
Authors:
Warb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 13: 278 (1891)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000568596
Common Names
- Tapeinochilos naumannii
- Naumannii Climbing Lily
- Naumannii Lily
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tapeinochilos naumannii (also called Naumann's Tapeinochilos, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 10 m tall, with a single trunk and an open, spreading crown. It is native to Australia, where it is found in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and New South Wales. It grows in dry sclerophyll forests, woodlands, and heathlands.
Uses & Benefits
Tapeinochilos naumannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a source of food for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tapeinochilos naumannii is a white, star-shaped bloom with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown nut-like structure. The seedlings are small, spindly, and have a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tapeinochilos naumannii is a hardy, evergreen, perennial climber that is native to Madagascar. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Tapeinochilos naumannii
Tapeinochilos naumannii is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, including Brazil, Peru, and Colombia.
Tapeinochilos naumannii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tapeinochilos naumannii?
Tapeinochilos naumannii
What is the common name of Tapeinochilos naumannii?
Tapeinochilos naumannii
Where is Tapeinochilos naumannii native to?
Australia
Species in the Tapeinochilos genus
Tapeinochilos acaulis, Tapeinochilos ananassae, Tapeinochilos beccarii, Tapeinochilos dahlii, Tapeinochilos densus, Tapeinochilos fissilabrum, Tapeinochilos globiceps, Tapeinochilos hollrungii, Tapeinochilos lauterbachii, Tapeinochilos naumannii, Tapeinochilos piniformis, Tapeinochilos pubescens, Tapeinochilos recurvatus, Tapeinochilos spectabilis, Tapeinochilos tomentosum, Tapeinochilos versteegii,
Species in the Costaceae family
Chamaecostus congestiflorus, Chamaecostus curcumoides, Chamaecostus cuspidatus, Chamaecostus fragilis, Chamaecostus fusiformis, Chamaecostus lanceolatus, Chamaecostus subsessilis, Chamaecostus acaulis, Costus acanthocephalus, Costus acreanus, Costus adolphi-friderici, Costus afer, Costus allenii, Costus amazonicus, Costus arabicus, Costus asplundii, Costus asteranthus, Costus barbatus, Costus beckii, Costus bicolor, Costus bracteatus, Costus chartaceus, Costus chrysocephalus, Costus claviger, Costus clemensae, Costus comosus, Costus cordatus, Costus cupreifolius, Costus curvibracteatus, Costus dendrophilus, Costus dinklagei, Costus dirzoi, Costus dubius, Costus erythrocoryne, Costus erythrophyllus, Costus erythrothyrsus, Costus fortalezae, Costus gabonensis, Costus geothyrsus, Costus giganteus, Costus glaucus, Costus guanaiensis, Costus juruanus, Costus laevis, Costus lasius, Costus lateriflorus, Costus ledermannii, Costus leucanthus, Costus ligularis, Costus lima,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-267932: Based on the initial data import
Otto Warburg (1859-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Warb.' in the authors string.