Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.H.Ross) J.H.Ross
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Muelleria15: 12 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000414147
Common Names
- Thinicola incana
- Incana Thinicola
- Thinicola
Synonyms
- Templetonia incana J.H.Ross [valid]
Description
Thinicola incana (also called Hoary Thinicola, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a tufted habit and linear leaves. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, and is found in wet meadows and marshes.
Uses & Benefits
Thinicola incana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Thinicola incana is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a smooth, glossy surface. The seedlings have a single, slender stem with small, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thinicola incana can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.
Where to Find Thinicola incana
Thinicola incana is native to South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas.
Thinicola incana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thinicola incana?
Thinicola incana
What is the common name of Thinicola incana?
Woolly Thinicola
What is the family of Thinicola incana?
Asteraceae
Species in the Thinicola genus
Species in the Fabaceae family