Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1873
Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 6: 408 (1873)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000785821
Common Names
- Patersonia inaequalis
- Inaequalis Patersonia
- Inaequalis Grass
Description
Patersonia inaequalis (also called Inaequalis Patersonia, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Australia. It grows in dry sclerophyll forests and heathlands.
Uses & Benefits
Patersonia inaequalis is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also used in erosion control and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Patersonia inaequalis has a yellow or orange flower with four petals and a long, thin, green seed capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Patersonia inaequalis is a species of flowering shrub in the family Iridaceae. It is native to Australia. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Patersonia inaequalis
Patersonia inaequalis is native to Australia and is found in wet and dry sclerophyll forests, heathlands, and woodlands.
Patersonia inaequalis FAQ
What are the care requirements for Patersonia inaequalis?
Patersonia inaequalis requires bright indirect light, regular watering, and well-draining soil.
How often should I water Patersonia inaequalis?
Patersonia inaequalis should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.
How much light does Patersonia inaequalis need?
Patersonia inaequalis needs bright indirect light.
Species in the Patersonia genus
Patersonia novoguineensis,
Patersonia occidentalis,
Patersonia pygmaea,
Patersonia umbrosa,
Patersonia rudis,
Patersonia sericea,
Patersonia maxwellii,
Patersonia spirafolia,
Patersonia argyrea,
Patersonia juncea,
Patersonia graminea,
Patersonia babianoides,
Patersonia borneensis,
Patersonia limbata,
Patersonia lanata,
Patersonia inaequalis,
Patersonia drummondii,
Patersonia fragilis,
Patersonia glabrata,
Patersonia macrantha,
Patersonia lowii,
Patersonia neocaledonica,
Patersonia inflexa,
Patersonia philippinensis,
Patersonia sumatrensis,
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,