Status:
valid
Authors:
(Britton) Maguire & B.M.Boom
Source:
cmp
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 51: 8 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000405586
Common Names
- Rogersonanthus Arboreus
- Arboreus Rogersonanthus
- Tree Rogersonanthus
Description
Rogersonanthus arboreus (also called Tree Rogersonanthus, Tree Hair-grass, and Tree Water-grass, among many other common names) is a grass-like plant with thin, cylindrical stems and small, egg-shaped spikelets. It is native to South America, and is found in moist, wetland habitats such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Rogersonanthus arboreus is a popular ornamental plant and is used in landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rogersonanthus arboreus has small, white flowers, small, round seeds and small seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rogersonanthus arboreus is a shrub that is native to the United States. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. To cultivate, it should be planted in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Rogersonanthus arboreus
Rogersonanthus arboreus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions, usually in moist, shady areas.
Rogersonanthus arboreus FAQ
What is the ideal soil pH for Rogersonanthus arboreus?
Rogersonanthus arboreus prefers a soil pH of 6.0 to 7.5.
What type of light does Rogersonanthus arboreus prefer?
Rogersonanthus arboreus prefers bright, indirect light.
How often should Rogersonanthus arboreus be watered?
Rogersonanthus arboreus should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.
Species in the Rogersonanthus genus
Species in the Gentianaceae family
Adenolisianthus arboreus,
Anthocleista amplexicaulis,
Anthocleista djalonensis,
Anthocleista grandiflora,
Anthocleista inermis,
Anthocleista laxiflora,
Anthocleista liebrechtsiana,
Anthocleista longifolia,
Anthocleista madagascariensis,
Anthocleista microphylla,
Anthocleista nobilis,
Anthocleista obanensis,
Anthocleista procera,
Anthocleista scandens,
Anthocleista schweinfurthii,
Anthocleista vogelii,
Anthocleista potalioides,
Aripuana cullmaniorum,
Bartonia paniculata,
Bartonia verna,
Bartonia virginica,
Bisgoeppertia robustior,
Bisgoeppertia gracilis,
Bisgoeppertia scandens,
Blackstonia acuminata,
Blackstonia grandiflora,
Blackstonia imperfoliata,
Blackstonia perfoliata,
Calolisianthus amplissimus,
Calolisianthus pedunculatus,
Canscora alata,
Canscora andrographioides,
Canscora concanensis,
Canscora diffusa,
Canscora heteroclita,
Canscora macrocalyx,
Canscora pauciflora,
Canscora perfoliata,
Canscora roxburghii,
Canscora schultesii,
Canscora stricta,
Canscora bidoupensis,
Canscora bhatiana,
Canscora shrirangiana,
Canscora ciathula,
Canscora tetraptera,
Celiantha bella,
Celiantha chimantensis,
Celiantha imthurniana,
Centaurium ameghinoi,