Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Species:
fimbriatus
ID:
790061

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ravenna

Source:
iplants

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Wrightia 7: 232 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789394



Common Names

  • Fimbriatus Ennealophus
  • Fimbriatus Wandflower
  • Fimbriatus Harebell


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Description

Ennealophus fimbriatus (also called Fringed Starflower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the myrtle family. It is native to Bolivia, and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands. It grows to a height of 0.5 m, and has small, star-shaped flowers that are white or pink in color and are fringed with hairs.

Uses & Benefits

Ennealophus fimbriatus 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 Ennealophus fimbriatus is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ennealophus fimbriatus is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from cuttings in summer.

Where to Find Ennealophus fimbriatus

Ennealophus fimbriatus is native to Bolivia and can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and along the edges of ponds and streams.

Ennealophus fimbriatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ennealophus fimbriatus?

Ennealophus fimbriatus

What is the common name of Ennealophus fimbriatus?

Fringed Starflower

Where is Ennealophus fimbriatus native to?

Bolivia

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-327996: Based on the initial data import
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.