Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
helmsii
ID:
1332913

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kirk) K.L.Gibbons

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Telopea 17: 371 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345367



Common Names

  • Helms' Schizacme
  • Helms' Twinpod
  • Helms' Twin-pod


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Description

Schizacme helmsii (also called Helms' Schizacme, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Australia. It grows in grasslands, heathlands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Schizacme helmsii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Schizacme helmsii is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of this plant is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings of Schizacme helmsii are small, yellow, and have five petals.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schizacme helmsii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered location and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be propagated from seed sown in spring or from division of established clumps in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Schizacme helmsii

Schizacme helmsii is native to Australia and can be found in dry forests.

Schizacme helmsii FAQ

What is the common name of Schizacme helmsii?

Helms' Schizacme

What is the scientific name of Helms' Schizacme?

Schizacme helmsii

What is the natural habitat of Schizacme helmsii?

Rainforests of New Zealand

Species in the Loganiaceae family

Antonia ovata, Bonyunia antoniifolia, Bonyunia aquatica, Bonyunia minor, Bonyunia superba, Bonyunia venusta, Bonyunia spectabilis, Bonyunia excelsa, Bonyunia magnifica, Bonyunia nobilis, Bonyunia pulchra, Gardneria angustifolia, Gardneria lanceolata, Gardneria multiflora, Gardneria nutans, Gardneria ovata, Geniostoma angustifolium, Geniostoma antherotrichum, Geniostoma balansanum, Geniostoma biseriale, Geniostoma borbonicum, Geniostoma calcicola, Geniostoma celastrineum, Geniostoma clavatum, Geniostoma cyrtandrae, Geniostoma densiflora, Geniostoma erythrosperma, Geniostoma fagraeoides, Geniostoma gagnae, Geniostoma glaucescens, Geniostoma grandifolium, Geniostoma huttonii, Geniostoma leenhoutsii, Geniostoma macrophyllum, Geniostoma mooreanum, Geniostoma novae-caledoniae, Geniostoma pedunculatum, Geniostoma petiolosum, Geniostoma randianum, Geniostoma rapense, Geniostoma rarotongensis, Geniostoma remyana, Geniostoma rupestre, Geniostoma stipulare, Geniostoma sykesii, Geniostoma trichostylum, Geniostoma umbellatum, Geniostoma vestitum, Geniostoma weinlandii, Geniostoma imbricatum,

References

Thomas Kirk (1828-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kirk' in the authors string.
Kerry L. Gibbons: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.L.Gibbons' in the authors string.