Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
toru
ID:
1266616

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Cunn.) L.A.S.Johnson & B.G.Briggs

Source:
tro

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 70: 174 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001265954



Common Names

  • Toronia Toru
  • Toru Toronia
  • Toru Toronias


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Description

Toronia toru (also called 'Toronia', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing plant, with small, bright green leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, sandy soils, and can tolerate drought and heat.

Uses & Benefits

Toronia toru is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Toronia toru has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Toronia toru is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Toronia toru

Toronia toru can be found in New Caledonia.

Toronia toru FAQ

What is the scientific name of Toronia toru?

Toronia toru

What is the common name of Toronia toru?

Toronia

What is the native range of Toronia toru?

South America

Species in the Toronia genus

Species in the Proteaceae family

Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50219641: Based on the initial data import
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.
Lawrence Alexander Sidney Johnson (1925-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.A.S.Johnson' in the authors string.
Barbara G. Briggs (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.G.Briggs' in the authors string.