Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.Raynal) Larridon
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 118: 22 (2018)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000007803
Common Names
- Tetraria Setacea
- Setacea Rush
- Tetraria
Description
Tetraria setacea (also called Bristly Tetraria, among many other common names) is a species of sedge in the family Cyperaceae. It is a small, terrestrial plant with a tuft of leaves that are typically around 10 cm long. It is native to Europe and Asia, and is found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Tetraria setacea is used as an ornamental plant and its leaves are used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Tetraria setacea are small, white and star-shaped. The seeds are tiny, black and glossy. The seedlings are small, green and have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Tetraria setacea is best done through seed sowing. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. The seeds should be covered lightly with soil and kept in a warm, shaded area. Germination can take up to several months. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a warm, humid environment. The plants should be kept moist and fertilized regularly.
Where to Find Tetraria setacea
Tetraria setacea is found in tropical Asia, from India to China and south to Indonesia.
Tetraria setacea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tetraria setacea?
Tetraria setacea
Where is Tetraria setacea found?
New Zealand
What is the flower color of Tetraria setacea?
Green
Species in the Tetraria genus
Tetraria arundinacea,
Tetraria australiensis,
Tetraria borneensis,
Tetraria bromoides,
Tetraria burmanni,
Tetraria capillacea,
Tetraria capillaris,
Tetraria comosa,
Tetraria compressa,
Tetraria crinifolia,
Tetraria eximia,
Tetraria fasciata,
Tetraria ferruginea,
Tetraria fimbriolata,
Tetraria flexuosa,
Tetraria fourcadei,
Tetraria involucrata,
Tetraria macowaniana,
Tetraria maculata,
Tetraria microcarpa,
Tetraria microstachys,
Tetraria mlanjensis,
Tetraria nigrovaginata,
Tetraria octandra,
Tetraria pillansii,
Tetraria pleosticha,
Tetraria pubescens,
Tetraria pygmaea,
Tetraria robusta,
Tetraria scariosa,
Tetraria secans,
Tetraria spiralis,
Tetraria stagnalis,
Tetraria thermalis,
Tetraria triangularis,
Tetraria usambarensis,
Tetraria ustulata,
Tetraria vaginata,
Tetraria cernua,
Tetraria sylvestris,
Tetraria setacea,
Tetraria raynaliana,
Tetraria pilisepala,
Tetraria breviseta,
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77194459-1: 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].