Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
erectus
ID:
1263518

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
tro

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 11: 124 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001262856

Common Names

  • Thysanocarpus erectus
  • Erectus Thysanocarpus
  • Erectus Thysanocarpu

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Description

Thysanocarpus erectus (also called 'Erect Thysanocarpus', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to North America. It has small, white, fragrant flowers and thin, thread-like leaves. It grows in dry, sandy areas and is often found in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Thysanocarpus erectus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomach ache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Thysanocarpus erectus is a yellow-green in colour and has a bell-shaped form. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thysanocarpus erectus is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows to 2m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or seed. Sow seed in spring or autumn in a sunny position in well-drained soil. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Thysanocarpus erectus

Thysanocarpus erectus is native to western North America. It can be found in dry and open habitats, such as chaparral, grassland, and open woodlands.

Thysanocarpus erectus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thysanocarpus erectus?

Thysanocarpus erectus

What is the common name of Thysanocarpus erectus?

Fringed Pod

Where is Thysanocarpus erectus native to?

Western United States

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References