Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
tortuosa
ID:
116001

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Göttingen 19: 184 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115330

Common Names

  • Flourensia tortuosa
  • Tortuous Flourensia
  • Tortuous Tarbush

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Description

Flourensia tortuosa (also called Tortuous Flourensia, among many other common names) is an annual herb, usually growing to a height of 10-50 cm. It is native to Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia, and is found in moist, grassy areas, such as swamps, ditches, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Flourensia tortuosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thelypteris frigida has small, yellowish-green flowers, which are followed by small, light brown seeds. The seedlings are small, with a single, thin stem and two to three pairs of small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Flourensia tortuosa is a perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize lightly. Prune back in late winter to promote new growth.

Where to Find Flourensia tortuosa

Flourensia tortuosa is native to South America and can be found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and disturbed areas.

Flourensia tortuosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Flourensia tortuosa?

Flourensia tortuosa

What is the common name of Flourensia tortuosa?

Tortuosa Flourensia

What is the natural habitat of Flourensia tortuosa?

Dry grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Flourensia genus

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-76788: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.