Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
neocaledonicus
ID:
532226

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Clarke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 39: 25 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000531558

Common Names

  • Schoenus neocaledonicus
  • New Caledonian Bog-rush
  • Bog-rush

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Description

Schoenus neocaledonicus (also called New Caledonian Bog-rush, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the sedge family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, China, and Southeast Asia. It is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Schoenus neocaledonicus is a perennial grass that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and can be used to create a natural screen or hedge. It is also used as a ground cover and can be used to create a natural carpet.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Schoenus neocaledonicus is a small, yellow, spike-like inflorescence. The seed is a small, black, ovoid nut. The seedlings are small, with narrow, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schoenus neocaledonicus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division should be done in late spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Schoenus neocaledonicus

Schoenus neocaledonicus is native to New Caledonia and is found in moist meadows, grasslands, and along riverbanks.

Schoenus neocaledonicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schoenus neocaledonicus?

Schoenus neocaledonicus

What is the common name of Schoenus neocaledonicus?

New Caledonian sedge

Where is Schoenus neocaledonicus native to?

Central America

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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:312956-1: 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].