Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lucidus
ID:
1408578

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.B.Clarke) T.L.Elliott & Muasya

Source:
BODATSA (SANBI)

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 112: 360 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001421042

Common Names

  • Bright Schoenus
  • Shining Schoenus
  • Glowing Schoenus

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Description

Schoenus lucidus (also called Shining 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 lucidus is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Schoenus lucidus 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 lucidus is a succulent shrub native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. To do so, take a cutting from a healthy stem and allow it to dry out for a few days before planting. Plant the cutting in a well-draining soil mix and keep it in a warm, sunny spot. Water sparingly and wait for the plant to take root.

Where to Find Schoenus lucidus

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

Schoenus lucidus FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Schoenus lucidus?

Schoenus lucidus prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the best soil type for Schoenus lucidus?

Schoenus lucidus prefers a well-draining, sandy soil.

How much water does Schoenus lucidus need?

Schoenus lucidus 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

Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' 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:77166021-1: 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].