Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Species:
linifolium
ID:
790027

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.Phillips) M.P.de Vos

Source:
iplants

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 41: 91 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789360



Common Names

  • Linear-Leaf Duthiastrum
  • Linear-Leaf Wandflower
  • Linear-Leaf Harebell


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Description

Duthiastrum linifolium (also called Line-leaved Duthiastrum, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It is characterized by its small, white flowers and its evergreen foliage. It typically grows in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Duthiastrum linifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a ground cover and in borders. It is known to attract birds and butterflies to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Duthiastrum linifolium is a white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Duthiastrum linifolium is a small, clump-forming perennial that grows up to 1m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done from seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a seed tray filled with a well-draining potting mix. Keep the seeds moist and in a warm, sunny location until they have germinated. Plant the seedlings in the garden in a sunny location.

Where to Find Duthiastrum linifolium

Duthiastrum linifolium is native to South Africa.

Duthiastrum linifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Duthiastrum linifolium?

Duthiastrum linifolium

What is the common name of Duthiastrum linifolium?

Linear-leaved Flag Iris

What is the natural habitat of Duthiastrum linifolium?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Duthiastrum genus

Species in the Iridaceae family

Alophia drummondii, Alophia intermedia, Alophia medusa, Alophia silvestris, Alophia veracruzana, Aristea abyssinica, Aristea africana, Aristea alata, Aristea anceps, Aristea angolensis, Aristea angustifolia, Aristea bakeri, Aristea bequaertii, Aristea biflora, Aristea cantharophila, Aristea capitata, Aristea cladocarpa, Aristea compressa, Aristea cuspidata, Aristea dichotoma, Aristea djalonis, Aristea ecklonii, Aristea fimbriata, Aristea flexicaulis, Aristea galpinii, Aristea glauca, Aristea goetzei, Aristea grandis, Aristea humbertii, Aristea inaequalis, Aristea juncifolia, Aristea kitchingii, Aristea latifolia, Aristea lugens, Aristea madagascariensis, Aristea montana, Aristea monticola, Aristea nyikensis, Aristea oligocephala, Aristea palustris, Aristea parviflora, Aristea pauciflora, Aristea platycaulis, Aristea polycephala, Aristea pusilla, Aristea racemosa, Aristea ranomafana, Aristea recisa, Aristea rigidifolia, Aristea rupicola,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-327960: Based on the initial data import
Edwin Percy Phillips (1884-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Phillips' in the authors string.
Miriam Phoebe de Vos (1912-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.P.de Vos' in the authors string.