Status:
valid
Authors:
(Boeckeler) Kuntze
Source:
wcs
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 756 (1891)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000530218
Common Names
- Dregeanus Schoenus
- Dregeanus Bog Rush
- Dregeanus Schoenus Rush
Description
Schoenus dregeanus (also called Drege's bog-rush, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a creeping stem and grows up to 0.5 m tall. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and linear. It is found in wetlands, marshes, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Schoenus dregeanus is used as an ornamental plant, as a food crop, and as a medicinal plant. It is also used to make dyes and in traditional medicine. It has been used to treat fever, inflammation, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Schoenus dregeanus has small yellow flowers, and its seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have linear leaves with a smooth margin.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schoenus dregeanus is a perennial grass that can reach heights of up to 3 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division, which should be done in the spring or summer. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and watered regularly. They should be kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Schoenus dregeanus
Schoenus dregeanus is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands, disturbed areas, and roadsides.
Schoenus dregeanus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schoenus dregeanus?
Schoenus dregeanus
What are the common names of Schoenus dregeanus?
Common names of Schoenus dregeanus include Drege's Feather-rush and Drege's Rush.
Where is Schoenus dregeanus found?
Schoenus dregeanus is found in wetland areas in South Africa.
Species in the Schoenus genus
Schoenus absconditus,
Schoenus achaetus,
Schoenus acuminatus,
Schoenus andinus,
Schoenus andrewsii,
Schoenus antarcticus,
Schoenus apogon,
Schoenus armeria,
Schoenus asperocarpus,
Schoenus badius,
Schoenus benthamii,
Schoenus bifidus,
Schoenus biglumis,
Schoenus breviculmis,
Schoenus brevifolius,
Schoenus brevisetis,
Schoenus caespititius,
Schoenus calcatus,
Schoenus calostachyus,
Schoenus calyptratus,
Schoenus capillifolius,
Schoenus carsei,
Schoenus centralis,
Schoenus clandestinus,
Schoenus compar,
Schoenus cruentus,
Schoenus curvifolius,
Schoenus curvulus,
Schoenus cuspidatus,
Schoenus cygneus,
Schoenus deformis,
Schoenus delicatulus,
Schoenus discifer,
Schoenus dregeanus,
Schoenus efoliatus,
Schoenus elegans,
Schoenus ericetorum,
Schoenus evansianus,
Schoenus falcatus,
Schoenus ferrugineus,
Schoenus fluitans,
Schoenus globifer,
Schoenus grammatophyllus,
Schoenus griffinianus,
Schoenus hexandrus,
Schoenus humilis,
Schoenus imberbis,
Schoenus indutus,
Schoenus insolitus,
Schoenus kennyi,
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:312807-1: 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].