Status:
valid
Authors:
(Turcz.) Benth.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1863
Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 1: 256 (1863)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458752
Common Names
- Thomasia stelligera
- Stelligera Thomasia
- Star-shaped Thomasia
Synonyms
- Lasiopetalum stelligerum Turcz. [unknown]
Description
Thomasia stelligera (also called star-shaped thomasia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Goodeniaceae. It is a small shrub with narrow, linear leaves and pink, star-shaped flowers. It is native to Western Australia. It grows in sandy soils in heathlands and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Thomasia stelligera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thomasia stelligera has bright yellow flowers with five petals and a long, slender calyx. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thomasia stelligera is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed sowing or cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be about 4 inches long and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm location until the cuttings have rooted, which can take up to a month.
Where to Find Thomasia stelligera
Thomasia stelligera is native to Australia and can be found in the south-west of Western Australia.
Thomasia stelligera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thomasia stelligera?
Thomasia stelligera
What is the family of Thomasia stelligera?
Malvaceae
What is the common name of Thomasia stelligera?
Star-like Thomasia
Species in the Thomasia genus
Thomasia macrocarpa,
Thomasia brachystachys,
Thomasia angustifolia,
Thomasia cognata,
Thomasia macrocalyx,
Thomasia laxiflora,
Thomasia grandiflora,
Thomasia glabripetala,
Thomasia gardneri,
Thomasia formosa,
Thomasia foliosa,
Thomasia discolor,
Thomasia dielsii,
Thomasia sarotes,
Thomasia microphylla,
Thomasia stelligera,
Thomasia triphylla,
Thomasia triloba,
Thomasia tremandroides,
Thomasia tenuivestita,
Thomasia purpurea,
Thomasia rugosa,
Thomasia rhynchocarpa,
Thomasia quercifolia,
Thomasia pygmaea,
Thomasia petalocalyx,
Thomasia pauciflora,
Thomasia multiflora,
Thomasia montana,
Species in the Malvaceae family
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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,