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| Thysanotus multiflorus R.Br. | |
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The Thysanotus multiflorus, is a perennial flowering plant with tall stems accompanied with a cluster of foliage underneath. This plant is endemic to the Southwest Australia. The flowers of this plant are bright mauve and there are 3 petals each decorated with fringed edges.
Distribution
Thysanotus multiflorus R.Br. originates from Southwestern Australia, southeast of Perth. It is considered to distributed in the , Avon Wheatbelt, Esperance Plains, Jarrah Forest, Swan Coastal Plain, Warren[1].
Habitat and Ecology
"Thysanotus multiflorus R.Br." florushes is a dry climate with low humidity. This plant grows in a region that has a Mediterranean climate with wet winters and dry summers.[2]. "Thysanotus multiflorus" is able to grow in soil that has excellent drainage, but is also able to grow in more sandy soil. However if the soil is too fine, it may cause the roots to rot [3] .
Morphology
It has massive bright flowers with 3 petals, the color of purple mauve and fringed edges. The stems of the flowers can grow up to 14 inches and underneath is a caespitose of foliage without flowers.[4]. The foliage tends to be glossy and smooth.
Usage
This plant is usually used in horticulture.
References
- ^ Paczkowska, Grazyna. "Thysanotus multiflorus R.Br". Department of Environment and Conservation, Western Australian Herbarium. Retrieved 26 April 2012.
- ^ Bureau of Meteorology, Australian Government. "Climate of Western Australia". Commonwealth of Australia. Retrieved 27 April 2012.
- ^ "Thysanotus". The Ramm Botanicals Trust.
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