Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
ghaeri
ID:
534106

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gaertn.) Merr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 9: 268 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000533438

Common Names

  • Scirpodendron ghaeri
  • Ghaeri's Rush
  • Ghaeri's Scirpodendron

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Description

Scirpodendron ghaeri (also called Ghaeri scirpodendron, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has white or pink flowers with yellow anthers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Scirpodendron ghaeri is a flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Scirpodendron ghaeri flower is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves and yellow flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scirpodendron ghaeri is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Southeast Asia. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is by division or seed. Divisions should be taken in spring or summer. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sheltered spot.

Where to Find Scirpodendron ghaeri

Scirpodendron ghaeri can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Italy, Spain, and France.

Scirpodendron ghaeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scirpodendron ghaeri?

Scirpodendron ghaeri

Where does Scirpodendron ghaeri grow?

Scirpodendron ghaeri grows in North America, Europe, and Asia

What is the preferred habitat of Scirpodendron ghaeri?

Scirpodendron ghaeri prefers moist, shady areas

Species in the Scirpodendron genus

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

Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:313108-1: 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].