Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
refractifolia
ID:
369318

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) T.U.P.Konno & Rapini

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Taxon 55: 430 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000368650

Common Names

  • Refractifolia Minaria
  • Refractifolia False Flax
  • Refractifolia Minaria

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Synonyms

  • Ditassa refractifolia K.Schum. [unknown]

Description

Minaria refractifolia (also called Refractory Sedge, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America, Central America, and South America. It grows in moist to wet soils in open wetlands, marshes, and along the edges of streams and ponds.

Uses & Benefits

Minaria refractifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Minaria refractifolia is a small, white, five-petaled star-shaped flower. The seeds are small, black, and oval in shape. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Minaria refractifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist soil, and can tolerate some drought. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It is best to start the seeds indoors in late winter or early spring, and then transplant them outdoors when the weather warms up. The plants should be spaced about 12 inches apart. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plants should be divided every few years to keep them healthy and vigorous.

Where to Find Minaria refractifolia

Minaria refractifolia is native to South America and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Minaria refractifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Minaria refractifolia?

Minaria refractifolia

What is the common name of Minaria refractifolia?

Refracting Minaria

What is the natural habitat of Minaria refractifolia?

It is found in wetland habitats, such as swamps, marshes, and ponds

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2358451: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Alessandro Rapini (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rapini' in the authors string.
Tatiana Ungaretti Paleo Konno (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.U.P.Konno' in the authors string.