Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
traversii
ID:
558185

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Buchanan

Source:
wcs

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. New Zealand Inst. 7: 340 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557517



Common Names

  • Sporadanthus traversii
  • Traversii Sporadanthus
  • Traversii's Sporadanthus


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Description

Sporadanthus traversii (also called Travers' Sporadanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has a prostrate habit and grows up to 10 cm tall. It grows in open woodland, grassland and heathland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sporadanthus traversii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak and shelterbelt plant. It is also used as a source of firewood and for timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sporadanthus traversii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sporadanthus traversii is a tropical orchid species that can be propagated from division or seed. To propagate from division, carefully separate the rhizomes of the plant and replant them in a well-draining potting mix. Water the plant regularly and place it in a warm, humid location. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. Place the pot in a warm, humid location and the seeds should germinate within a few weeks.

Where to Find Sporadanthus traversii

Sporadanthus traversii is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands in the Mediterranean region.

Sporadanthus traversii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sporadanthus traversii?

Sporadanthus traversii

What is the common name of Sporadanthus traversii?

Traversii Sporadanthus

What is the natural habitat of Sporadanthus traversii?

Dry, rocky slopes in the Mediterranean region

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-266686: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
John Buchanan (1819-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buchanan' in the authors string.