Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
scrutor
ID:
408284

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.B.Sm.) Rauh

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Trop. Subtrop. Pflanzenwelt 60: 94 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000407616

Common Names

  • Scrutor Encholirium
  • Scrutor Encyclia
  • Scrutor Epidendrum

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Description

Encholirium scrutor (also called 'Giant Cane' or 'Giant Reed', among many other common names) is a tall, perennial grass-like plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It grows in wetland habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Encholirium scrutor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Encholirium scrutor has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are very fragile.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Encholirium scrutor is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season, but not overwatered. It is best to fertilize the plant in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Encholirium scrutor

Encholirium scrutor can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Encholirium scrutor FAQ

What is the common name of Encholirium scrutor?

Scrutor Encholirium

What is the natural habitat of Encholirium scrutor?

Encholirium scrutor is native to Brazil and is found in wet, tropical forests.

What is the optimal temperature for Encholirium scrutor?

Encholirium scrutor prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Species in the Encholirium genus

Encholirium belemii, Encholirium brachypodum, Encholirium bradeanum, Encholirium eddie-estevesii, Encholirium erectiflorum, Encholirium gracile, Encholirium heloisae, Encholirium horridum, Encholirium irwinii, Encholirium longiflorum, Encholirium luxor, Encholirium lymanianum, Encholirium magalhaesii, Encholirium maximum, Encholirium pedicellatum, Encholirium reflexum, Encholirium scrutor, Encholirium spectabile, Encholirium subsecundum, Encholirium vogelii, Encholirium biflorum, Encholirium disjunctum, Encholirium ctenophyllum, Encholirium ascendens, Encholirium agavoides, Encholirium viridicentrum, Encholirium diamantinum, Encholirium fragae, Encholirium kranzianum, Encholirium pulchrum, Encholirium bracteatum, Encholirium avacanoeirum, Encholirium nibertii, Encholirium oreadicum, Encholirium viride, Encholirium pierre-braunii, Encholirium anteroi,

Species in the Bromeliaceae family

Acanthostachys pitcairnioides, Acanthostachys strobilacea, Acanthostachys calcicola, Aechmea abbreviata, Aechmea aculeatosepala, Aechmea alba, Aechmea alegrensis, Aechmea alopecurus, Aechmea ampla, Aechmea andersonii, Aechmea angustifolia, Aechmea anomala, Aechmea apocalyptica, Aechmea aquilega, Aechmea araneosa, Aechmea arenaria, Aechmea aripensis, Aechmea azurea, Aechmea bahiana, Aechmea bambusoides, Aechmea biflora, Aechmea blanchetiana, Aechmea blumenavii, Aechmea bocainensis, Aechmea brachystachys, Aechmea bracteata, Aechmea brassicoides, Aechmea brevicollis, Aechmea bromeliifolia, Aechmea bruggeri, Aechmea caesia, Aechmea callichroma, Aechmea calyculata, Aechmea campanulata, Aechmea candida, Aechmea cariocae, Aechmea carvalhoi, Aechmea castanea, Aechmea castelnavii, Aechmea cathcartii, Aechmea caudata, Aechmea chantinii, Aechmea coelestis, Aechmea colombiana, Aechmea comata, Aechmea conferta, Aechmea confusa, Aechmea conifera, Aechmea costantinii, Aechmea contracta,

References

Werner Rauh (1913-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rauh' in the authors string.
Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:944828-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].