Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Species:
purpurea
ID:
591610

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.D.Macfarl. & Hopper

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Fl. Australia 45: 465 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000590942



Common Names

  • Tribonanthes purpurea
  • Purpurea Tribonanthes
  • Tribonanthes Purpurea


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Description

Tribonanthes purpurea (also called 'Purple Tribonanthes', among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has dark green, glossy leaves and purple flowers that bloom in the spring. It is often found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tribonanthes purpurea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for windbreaks, erosion control, and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tribonanthes purpurea has small, purple flowers with a white lip. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and purple.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tribonanthes purpurea is a semi-evergreen perennial that is native to tropical Africa. It prefers partial to full shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Tribonanthes purpurea

Tribonanthes purpurea can be found in the tropical regions of South America.

Tribonanthes purpurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tribonanthes purpurea?

Tribonanthes purpurea

What is the common name of Tribonanthes purpurea?

Purple Tribonanthes

What is the natural habitat of Tribonanthes purpurea?

Tropical rainforests

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-270575: Based on the initial data import
Stephen Hopper (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hopper' in the authors string.
Terry Macfarlane (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.D.Macfarl.' in the authors string.