Description
Schoenoplectiella kainanensis (also called Kainan Schoenoplectiella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Cyperaceae family. It is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to China and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Schoenoplectiella kainanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Schoenoplectiella kainanensis is a small, yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, yellow, and have a single, long, slender stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schoenoplectiella kainanensis is a perennial, aquatic plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It can be grown in moist soil in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can tolerate some flooding. It can be propagated by dividing the rhizomes in spring or by sowing the seeds in spring or autumn.