Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Species:
filifolia
ID:
491427

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 6: 425 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000490759



Common Names

  • Phlebocarya filifolia
  • Filifolia Phlebocarya
  • Phlebocarya Filifolia


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Synonyms

  • Phlebocarya ciliata filifolia F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Phlebocarya filifolia (also called Thread-leaf Phlebocarya, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to Mexico and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Phlebocarya filifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Phlebocarya filifolia are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like structure.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phlebocarya filifolia can be propagated through division of the rhizome. It should be grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Phlebocarya filifolia

Phlebocarya filifolia is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina. It can be found in moist forests, at elevations up to 1,500 m.

Phlebocarya filifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phlebocarya filifolia?

Phlebocarya filifolia

What is the common name of Phlebocarya filifolia?

Filifolia

What is the natural habitat of Phlebocarya filifolia?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the world

Species in the Haemodoraceae family

Anigozanthos bicolor, Anigozanthos flavidus, Anigozanthos gabrielae, Anigozanthos humilis, Anigozanthos kalbarriensis, Anigozanthos manglesii, Anigozanthos onycis, Anigozanthos preissii, Anigozanthos pulcherrimus, Anigozanthos rufus, Anigozanthos viridis, Barberetta aurea, Blancoa canescens, Conostylis aculeata, Conostylis albescens, Conostylis androstemma, Conostylis angustifolia, Conostylis argentea, Conostylis aurea, Conostylis bealiana, Conostylis bracteata, Conostylis breviscapa, Conostylis candicans, Conostylis canteriata, Conostylis caricina, Conostylis crassinerva, Conostylis deplexa, Conostylis dielsii, Conostylis drummondii, Conostylis festucacea, Conostylis hiemalis, Conostylis juncea, Conostylis latens, Conostylis laxiflora, Conostylis lepidospermoides, Conostylis micrantha, Conostylis misera, Conostylis neocymosa, Conostylis pauciflora, Conostylis petrophiloides, Conostylis phathyrantha, Conostylis prolifera, Conostylis pusilla, Conostylis resinosa, Conostylis robusta, Conostylis rogeri, Conostylis scorsiflora, Conostylis seminuda, Conostylis serrulata, Conostylis setigera,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-257782: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.