Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
piliferum
ID:
493383

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 569 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000492715



Common Names

  • Stylidium Piliferum
  • Piliferum Triggerplant
  • Triggerplant


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Synonyms

  • Stylidium saxifragoides Lindl. [unknown]

Description

Stylidium piliferum (also called Hairy-Leaved 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 piliferum 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 piliferum 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 piliferum 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 piliferum

Stylidium piliferum is native to Australia and can be found in the south-west of Western Australia.

Stylidium piliferum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stylidium piliferum?

Stylidium piliferum

What type of plant is Stylidium piliferum?

Herb

Where is Stylidium piliferum found?

Western Australia

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,