Thryptomene planiflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
planiflora
ID:
1544079
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rye
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 31: 141. 2020
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000025012
Common Names
- Thryptomene planiflora
- Flat-flowered Thryptomene
- Thryptomene
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Thryptomene planiflora (also called Planiflora thryptomene, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It grows in moist, shady areas and has ovate-shaped leaves with a glossy green upper surface and a paler green underside. The flowers are small, white, and fragrant.
Uses & Benefits
Thryptomene planiflora is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and butterflies. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thryptomene planiflora has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thryptomene planiflora can be propagated from seed or from cuttings. It can be grown in a pot with well-draining soil and bright, indirect light. Water the plant regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize the plant every two weeks with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
Where to Find Thryptomene planiflora
Thryptomene planiflora is found in the forests of Australia.
Thryptomene planiflora FAQ
What type of soil does Thryptomene planiflora prefer?
Thryptomene planiflora prefers moist, well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH.
How much light does Thryptomene planiflora need?
Thryptomene planiflora needs bright, indirect light.
How often should I water Thryptomene planiflora?
Thryptomene planiflora should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.
Species in the Myrtaceae family
Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,