Triantha glutinosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glutinosa
ID:
748592
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Michx.) Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
1879
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 17: 490 (1879)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000747925
Common Names
- Triantha glutinosa
- Glutinous Triantha
- Glutinosa Triantha
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Melanthium aspericaule Poir. [unknown]
- Amianthium aspericaule A.Gray [unknown]
Description
Triantha glutinosa (also called Star Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Africa. It has a creeping rhizome with short, erect stems and linear leaves. It is found in grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Triantha glutinosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Triantha glutinosa has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single, heart-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, linear leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Triantha glutinosa is a perennial herb native to East Africa. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).
Where to Find Triantha glutinosa
Triantha glutinosa can be found in North America, including the United States and Canada.
Triantha glutinosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Triantha glutinosa?
Triantha glutinosa
What type of plant is Triantha glutinosa?
It is a perennial herb
Where is Triantha glutinosa native to?
It is native to South Africa
Species in the Triantha genus
Species in the Tofieldiaceae family
Harperocallis flava, Harperocallis paniculata, Harperocallis duidae, Harperocallis falcata, Harperocallis longiflora, Harperocallis neblinae, Harperocallis penduliflora, Harperocallis robustior, Harperocallis schomburgkiana, Harperocallis sessiliflora, Harperocallis sipapoensis, Pleea tenuifolia, Tofieldia cernua, Tofieldia yoshiiana, Tofieldia thibetica, Tofieldia coccinea, Tofieldia divergens, Tofieldia calyculata, Tofieldia nuda, Tofieldia okuboi, Tofieldia pusilla, Tofieldia glabra, Tofieldia himalaica, Tofieldia hybrida, Tofieldia furusei, Triantha racemosa, Triantha occidentalis, Triantha japonica, Triantha glutinosa,
References
André Michaux (1746-1802): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Michx.' in the authors string.
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:542441-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.