Status:
valid
Authors:
(R.Br.) Hook.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1858
Citation Micro:
Fl. Tasman. 2: 83 (1858)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000433313
Common Names
- Gymnoschoenus sphaerocephalus
- Round-headed Gymnoschoenus
- Globe-headed Gymnoschoenus
Description
Gymnoschoenus sphaerocephalus (also called Gymnoschoenus sphaerocephalus, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with white or yellow flowers and small, linear leaves. It is native to tropical regions of Africa and is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Gymnoschoenus sphaerocephalus has non-medical uses as an ornamental plant and is used for its attractive foliage. It is also used as a groundcover in gardens and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gymnoschoenus sphaerocephalus is a small, tubular, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gymnoschoenus sphaerocephalus is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It prefers partial shade and moist soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix.
Where to Find Gymnoschoenus sphaerocephalus
Gymnoschoenus sphaerocephalus is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the country.
Gymnoschoenus sphaerocephalus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gymnoschoenus sphaerocephalus?
Gymnoschoenus sphaerocephalus
What are the common names of Gymnoschoenus sphaerocephalus?
Common names of Gymnoschoenus sphaerocephalus include the round-headed rattlepod and the round-headed rattlebox.
Where is Gymnoschoenus sphaerocephalus found?
Gymnoschoenus sphaerocephalus is found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.
Species in the Gymnoschoenus genus
Species in the Cyperaceae family
Abildgaardia mexicana,
Abildgaardia ovata,
Abildgaardia schoenoides,
Abildgaardia triflora,
Abildgaardia oxystachya,
Abildgaardia odontocarpa,
Abildgaardia macrantha,
Abildgaardia fusiformis,
Abildgaardia pachyptera,
Actinoschoenus repens,
Actinoschoenus yunnanensis,
Actinoschoenus aphyllus,
Actinoscirpus grossus,
Afrotrilepis jaegeri,
Afrotrilepis pilosa,
Amphiscirpus nevadensis,
Arthrostylis aphylla,
Arthrostylis planiculmis,
Becquerelia clarkei,
Becquerelia cymosa,
Becquerelia discolor,
Becquerelia merkeliana,
Becquerelia muricata,
Becquerelia tuberculata,
Bisboeckelera irrigua,
Bisboeckelera longifolia,
Bisboeckelera microcephala,
Bisboeckelera vinacea,
Blysmus compressus,
Blysmus mongolicola,
Blysmus rufus,
Blysmus sinocompressus,
Bolboschoenoplectus mariqueter,
Bolboschoenus caldwellii,
Bolboschoenus capensis,
Bolboschoenus fluviatilis,
Bolboschoenus glaucus,
Bolboschoenus grandispicus,
Bolboschoenus laticarpus,
Bolboschoenus maritimus,
Bolboschoenus medianus,
Bolboschoenus nobilis,
Bolboschoenus novae-angliae,
Bolboschoenus planiculmis,
Bolboschoenus robustus,
Bolboschoenus schmidii,
Bolboschoenus stagnicola,
Bolboschoenus yagara,
Bolboschoenus koshevnikovii,
Bolboschoenus biconcavus,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:143575-3: 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].