Tessmannia densiflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
densiflora
ID:
171714
Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
ildis
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.53: 462 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000171043
Common Names
- Tessmannia densiflora
- Dense-flowered Tessmannia
- Dense-flowered Tessmannia Bush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tessmannia densiflora (also called Dense-flowered Tessmannia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It grows in dry, sandy, and rocky habitats, and has small, white flowers with yellow centers.
Uses & Benefits
Tessmannia densiflora has been used for medicinal purposes, as a food source, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tessmannia densiflora is a small, yellow, five-petaled flower. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tessmannia densiflora is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the western United States. It is found in dry, rocky areas, and can be propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in early spring in a cold frame or in the garden. The seedlings should be transplanted to their permanent positions when they are large enough to handle. Division can be done in spring or autumn, and the divisions should be planted out immediately.
Where to Find Tessmannia densiflora
Tessmannia densiflora can be found in the western United States, from California to Montana, and in parts of Canada.
Tessmannia densiflora FAQ
What are the common names for Tessmannia densiflora?
Dense-flowered tussock grass
What is the scientific name for Tessmannia densiflora?
Tessmannia densiflora
What type of habitat does Tessmannia densiflora prefer?
Tessmannia densiflora prefers moist, open areas, such as meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes
Species in the Tessmannia genus
Tessmannia africana, Tessmannia anomala, Tessmannia baikiaeoides, Tessmannia burttii, Tessmannia camoneana, Tessmannia copallifera, Tessmannia dawei, Tessmannia densiflora, Tessmannia dewildemaniana, Tessmannia lescrauwaetii, Tessmannia martiniana, Tessmannia yangambiensis, Tessmannia baikieaoides, Tessmannia korupensis,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Tessmannia densiflora Harms: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.