Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
grandiflora
ID:
749740

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Endl.) C.F.Wilkins & Whitlock

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 24: 261 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749073



Common Names

  • Commersonia grandiflora
  • Grandiflora Commersonia
  • Large-flowered Commersonia


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Description

Commersonia grandiflora (also called 'Large-flowered Paperbark' or 'Large-flowered Tea Tree', among many other common names) is a shrub with white or pink flowers. It is native to Australia and New Zealand and is typically found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Commersonia grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Commersonia grandiflora is a white to pale yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, hard, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Commersonia grandiflora can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Commersonia grandiflora

Commersonia grandiflora can be found in Australia, in areas such as New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Commersonia grandiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Commersonia grandiflora?

Commersonia grandiflora

What is the common name of Commersonia grandiflora?

Large-flowered Fringe Lily

What is the natural habitat of Commersonia grandiflora?

Large-flowered Fringe Lily is native to Australia

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

Stephan Endlicher (1804-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Endl.' in the authors string.
Carolyn F. Wilkins (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.F.Wilkins' in the authors string.
Barbara Ann Whitlock (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Whitlock' in the authors string.