Description
Schoenoplectiella pulchella (also called Pretty Schoenoplectiella, among many other common names) is a small, tufted grass with erect stems and pretty inflorescences. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands, and is found in moist and shady areas, such as forests, thickets, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Schoenoplectiella pulchella is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headache, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Schoenoplectiella pulchella is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schoenoplectiella pulchella can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be grown in partial shade and kept moist.