Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
fortunata
ID:
1324479

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.G.Briggs & L.A.S.Johnson

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Telopea 14: 13 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336933



Common Names

  • Lepyrodia Fortunata
  • Fortunata
  • Lepyrodia


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Description

Lepyrodia fortunata (also called Fortune's Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Australia. It grows up to 1 meter tall and has a tufted habit. It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lepyrodia fortunata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lepyrodia fortunata are white and fragrant, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepyrodia fortunata is an aquatic plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It prefers a well-drained, nutrient-rich soil in a bright, sunny spot. Propagation is usually done by division of the mature plants. The divisions should be planted in a pot containing a mixture of peat moss and sand.

Where to Find Lepyrodia fortunata

Lepyrodia fortunata is native to Australia and can be found in the states of Queensland and New South Wales.

Lepyrodia fortunata FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Lepyrodia fortunata?

Lepyrodia fortunata prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

What are the blooming times for Lepyrodia fortunata?

Lepyrodia fortunata blooms in late spring and early summer.

What is the average size of Lepyrodia fortunata?

Lepyrodia fortunata typically grows to be 1-2 feet tall and wide.

Species in the Restionaceae family

Alexgeorgea ganopoda, Alexgeorgea nitens, Alexgeorgea subterranea, Anarthria gracilis, Anarthria humilis, Anarthria laevis, Anarthria polyphylla, Anarthria prolifera, Anarthria scabra, Anthochortus capensis, Anthochortus crinalis, Anthochortus ecklonii, Anthochortus graminifolius, Anthochortus insignis, Anthochortus laxiflorus, Anthochortus singularis, Aphelia brizula, Aphelia cyperoides, Aphelia drummondii, Aphelia gracilis, Aphelia nutans, Aphelia pumilio, Apodasmia brownii, Apodasmia chilensis, Apodasmia similis, Apodasmia ceramophila, Askidiosperma alboaristatum, Askidiosperma alticola, Askidiosperma andreaeanum, Askidiosperma capitatum, Askidiosperma chartaceum, Askidiosperma delicatulum, Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae, Askidiosperma insigne, Askidiosperma longiflorum, Askidiosperma nitidum, Askidiosperma paniculatum, Askidiosperma rugosum, Askidiosperma alticolum, Baloskion australe, Baloskion fimbriatum, Baloskion gracile, Baloskion longipes, Baloskion pallens, Baloskion stenocoleum, Baloskion tenuiculme, Baloskion tetraphyllum, Calorophus elongatus, Calorophus erostris, Cannomois aristata,

References

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.