Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
leptocalyx
ID:
493341

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sond.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Pl. Preiss. 1: 373 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000492673



Common Names

  • Stylidium leptocalyx
  • Slender-calyx Triggerplant
  • Slender-calyx Triggerplant


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Description

Stylidium leptocalyx (also called Slender Triggerplant, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to Western Australia and grows in sandy soils in open woodland.

Uses & Benefits

Stylidium leptocalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in rockeries. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stylidium leptocalyx is a small white or pinkish flower with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stylidium leptocalyx is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil in a sunny position and is drought tolerant. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Stylidium leptocalyx

Stylidium leptocalyx can be found in Australia, particularly in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and Western Australia.

Stylidium leptocalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stylidium leptocalyx?

Stylidium leptocalyx

What is the common name of Stylidium leptocalyx?

Slender-calyx Triggerplant

What is the natural habitat of Stylidium leptocalyx?

Open forest, heathland and shrubland

Species in the Stylidium genus

Stylidium adpressum, Stylidium aeonioides, Stylidium affine, Stylidium longissimum, Stylidium longitubum, Stylidium lowrieanum, Stylidium luteum, Stylidium macranthum, Stylidium maitlandianum, Stylidium maritimum, Stylidium megacarpum, Stylidium lobuliflorum, Stylidium marradongense, Stylidium simulans, Stylidium longicornu, Stylidium soboliferum, Stylidium spathulatum, Stylidium limbatum, Stylidium lineare, Stylidium lineatum, Stylidium crossocephalum, Stylidium clarksonii, Stylidium claytonioides, Stylidium confertum, Stylidium confluens, Stylidium cordifolium, Stylidium corymbosum, Stylidium divergens, Stylidium crassifolium, Stylidium cymiferum, Stylidium daphne, Stylidium debile, Stylidium delicatum, Stylidium desertorum, Stylidium despectum, Stylidium diceratum, Stylidium dichotomum, Stylidium diffusum, Stylidium costulatum, Stylidium calcaratum, Stylidium diplectroglossum, Stylidium dispermum, Stylidium diuroides, Stylidium divaricatum, Stylidium breviscapum, Stylidium brunonianum, Stylidium bulbiferum, Stylidium burbidgeanum, Stylidium cilium, Stylidium caespitosum,

Species in the Stylidiaceae family

Donatia fascicularis, Donatia novae-zelandiae, Forstera bellidifolia, Forstera bidwillii, Forstera mackayi, Forstera sedifolia, Forstera tenella, Forstera cristis, Forstera purpurata, Levenhookia leptantha, Levenhookia stipitata, Levenhookia sonderi, Levenhookia pusilla, Levenhookia pulcherrima, Levenhookia octomaculata, Levenhookia dubia, Levenhookia chippendalei, Levenhookia pauciflora, Levenhookia preissii, Oreostylidium subulatum, Phyllachne clavigera, Phyllachne colensoi, Phyllachne rubra, Phyllachne uliginosa, Stylidium adpressum, Stylidium aeonioides, Stylidium affine, Stylidium longissimum, Stylidium longitubum, Stylidium lowrieanum, Stylidium luteum, Stylidium macranthum, Stylidium maitlandianum, Stylidium maritimum, Stylidium megacarpum, Stylidium lobuliflorum, Stylidium marradongense, Stylidium simulans, Stylidium longicornu, Stylidium soboliferum, Stylidium spathulatum, Stylidium limbatum, Stylidium lineare, Stylidium lineatum, Stylidium crossocephalum, Stylidium clarksonii, Stylidium claytonioides, Stylidium confertum, Stylidium confluens, Stylidium cordifolium,