Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
petiolare
ID:
493367

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sond.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Pl. Preiss. 1: 382 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000492699



Common Names

  • Stylidium petiolare
  • Petiolate Triggerplant
  • Petiolate Triggerplant


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Synonyms

  • Candollea petiolaris (Sond.) F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Stylidium petiolare (also called Petiolar 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 petiolare is an ornamental plant, often used in rockeries and native gardens. It is also known for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin irritations, reducing inflammation, and promoting wound healing.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stylidium petiolare 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 petiolare is best propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a well-drained potting mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Stylidium petiolare

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

Stylidium petiolare FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stylidium petiolare?

Stylidium petiolare

What is the common name of Stylidium petiolare?

Petiolate Triggerplant

What type of habitat does Stylidium petiolare prefer?

It prefers wetter habitats, such as swamps and wet sclerophyll forests.

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,