Details of genus: Lomandra [2499]
genus_ja:
genus_en: Mat rush
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Family: Asparagaceae
family_ja: キジカクシ
Infra familial classification: Subfamily Lomandroideae
distribution_en:
description_en: Genus of over 50 species of tuft- or tussock-forming, rhizomatous perennials found in a wide range of habitats in Australia, Papua New Guinea, and New Caledonia. They have linear, flat or cylindrical, hairy or hairless leaves. The male and female flowers, borne in spikes, racemes, or panicles, are often inconspicuous and not long-lasting. Some species are aromatic, others have an overpowering smell. Grow for mass planting or as individual accent plants. In damp, frost-prone areas, grow in a cool greenhouse or conservatory.
hardiness_en: Frost hardy to frost tender.
cultivation_en:
propagation_en: Sow seed at 13-18°C (55-64°F) as soon as ripe. Divide in spring.
pests_en: Trouble free.
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Update Information: Created: 2010-06-04 18:58; Updated: 2020-07-05 11:33
family:
| System | Accepted? | Scientific name | Japanese name | Infra-familial classification | # species | |
| APG4 | Accepted | Asparagaceae | キジカクシ科 | Subfamily Lomandroideae | Show | |
| PB2 | Lomandraceae | Subfamily Lomandroideae | Show | |||
| PB3 | Lomandraceae | Subfamily Lomandroideae | Show |