Thelionema Explained

Thelionema is a small genus of tufted perennials in the family Asphodelaceae, subfamily Hemerocallidoideae. All three species, which were previously placed in the genus Stypandra, are native to Australia.^[1] These are:

• Thelionema caespitosum (R.Br.) R.J.F.Hend. - Tufted Blue-lily
• Thelionema grande (C.T.White) R.J.F.Hend.
• Thelionema umbellatum (R.Br.) R.J.F.Hend.

Notes and References

1. Web site: Thelionema . 2009-07-05 . PlantNET - New South Wales Flora Online . Royal Botanic Gardens & Domain Trust .