Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
graminifolius
ID:
1408577

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Levyns) T.L.Elliott & Muasya

Source:
BODATSA (SANBI)

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 112: 359 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001421041

Common Names

  • Grass-leaved Schoenus
  • Grass-like Schoenus
  • Grassy Schoenus

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Description

Schoenus graminifolius (also called Grass-leaved Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 0.5m tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in moist, marshy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Schoenus graminifolius is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Schoenus graminifolius is yellow in color and has a cylindrical shape. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are thin and green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schoenus graminifolius is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every two to three months.

Where to Find Schoenus graminifolius

Schoenus graminifolius is native to South Africa and can be found in the grasslands and woodlands of the eastern parts of the country.

Schoenus graminifolius FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Schoenus graminifolius?

Schoenus graminifolius prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the best soil type for Schoenus graminifolius?

Schoenus graminifolius prefers a well-draining, sandy soil.

How much water does Schoenus graminifolius need?

Schoenus graminifolius should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch, about once every two weeks.

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

Margaret Levyns (1890-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Levyns' in the authors string.
A. Muthama Muasya (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Muasya' in the authors string.
Tammy Lynn Elliott: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.L.Elliott' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77165968-1: 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].