Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
tenuicarpum
ID:
493230

Status:
valid

Authors:
Carlquist

Source:
ksu

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Aliso 7: 58 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000492562



Common Names

  • Stylidium tenuicarpum
  • Slender-fruited Triggerplant
  • Slender Triggerplant


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Description

Stylidium tenuicarpum (also called Slender-fruited Triggerplant, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Australia and grows in sandy soils in open woodland and heathland. It has white to pinkish flowers with a yellow centre.

Uses & Benefits

Stylidium tenuicarpum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stylidium tenuicarpum is a yellowish-green perianth with white petals and a yellowish-green column. The seed is a small, dark brown, round seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stylidium tenuicarpum is a small, perennial herb that grows to a height of 10-15 cm. It is native to Western Australia and grows in sandy soils in open woodland and shrubland. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly during dry periods. They can be divided in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Stylidium tenuicarpum

Stylidium tenuicarpum is native to tropical regions of Australia, including Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria.

Stylidium tenuicarpum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stylidium tenuicarpum?

Stylidium tenuicarpum

What is the family of Stylidium tenuicarpum?

Stylidiaceae

What is the common name of Stylidium tenuicarpum?

Slender-fruited Triggerplant

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,