Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
punctatus
ID:
532600

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 232 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000531932

Common Names

  • Punctatus Bog-Rush
  • Punctatus Bogrush
  • Punctatus Schoenus

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Synonyms

  • Cladium punctatus (R.Br.) H.Pfeiff. [unknown]

Description

Schoenus punctatus (also called Spotted Bog-rush, among many other common names) is a perennial, grass-like plant native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It has narrow, pointed leaves and small, brownish-green flowers. It prefers wet, marshy soils in full sun and is often found in wetlands, marshes, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Schoenus punctatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a soil stabilizer in disturbed areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schoenus punctatus has small, yellow flowers, and its seeds are small, black and shiny. Its seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schoenus punctatus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks.

Where to Find Schoenus punctatus

Schoenus punctatus can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe.

Schoenus punctatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schoenus punctatus?

Schoenus punctatus

What is the common name of Schoenus punctatus?

Punctate Bog-rush

What type of plant is Schoenus punctatus?

Perennial grass-like herb

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

Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:312997-1: 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].