Bocquillonia spicata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spicata
ID:
348188
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baill.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1862
Citation Micro:
Adansonia 2: 227 (1862)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000347520
Common Names
- Bocquillonia spicata
- Spike Bocquillonia
- Spike Coddle-stem
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Bocquillonia spicata (also called Spiked Bocquillonia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb of the Cyperaceae family. It is native to South America, and is typically found in wet meadows, marshes, and along streams. It has a tufted habit, and its stems grow up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are linear, and its inflorescences are composed of several spikes.
Uses & Benefits
Bocquillonia spicata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in erosion control and to stabilize slopes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bocquillonia spicata flowers are small, white and star-shaped. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.
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Bocquillonia spicata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame. Division can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Bocquillonia spicata
Bocquillonia spicata can be found in the mountains of western North America.
Bocquillonia spicata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bocquillonia spicata?
Bocquillonia spicata
What is the common name of Bocquillonia spicata?
Spicate Bocquillonia
Where is Bocquillonia spicata found?
Bocquillonia spicata is found in the western United States, from California to Montana and Wyoming.
Species in the Bocquillonia genus
Bocquillonia arborea, Bocquillonia brachypoda, Bocquillonia brevipes, Bocquillonia castaneifolia, Bocquillonia codonostylis, Bocquillonia goniorrhachis, Bocquillonia grandidens, Bocquillonia longipes, Bocquillonia lucidula, Bocquillonia nervosa, Bocquillonia phenacostigma, Bocquillonia rhomboidea, Bocquillonia sessiliflora, Bocquillonia spicata,
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-22739: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.