Jewels of Opar

Talinum paniculatum

family

Talinaceae

origin

Exotic

declaration

NIL

NIL

For information only

Common names

Fameflower, Fame flower, Pink baby's-breath, Tall purslane.

T. paniculatum bears tuberous roots and panicles of flowers and produces tiny, jewel-like fruits. Its peculiarity is its very long root, of orange colour , that reaches about 80 centimetres. The erect stems of teh plant can reach 1.2m high, where after maturity, its plentiful brown seeds disperse readily throughout the surrounding area.

Leaf arrangement:Simple
Leaf form:Opposite
Pink
Green

Impact

Impact

Once established it quickly spreads and forms a dense carpet outcompeting the more delicate native species. The long taproot can also provide an advantage during dry periods

Location

Location

Characteristics

Characteristics

Similar Species

Similar Species

Control Methods