Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
andina
ID:
778908

Status:
valid

Authors:
Phil.

Source:
iopi

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Fl. Atacam. : 52 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000778241

Common Names

  • Oxychloe andina
  • Andean Oxychloe
  • Andina Oxychloe

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Description

Oxychloe andina (also called Andean Water-moss, among many other common names) is a species of aquatic plant native to South America. It has a creeping rhizome and long, slender stems with small, ovate leaves. It grows in shallow water, often in slow-moving streams or ponds.

Uses & Benefits

Oxychloe andina is a species of aquatic plant in the family Juncaceae. It is used as an ornamental plant in ponds and aquariums, and is also used to help filter water.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxychloe andina has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single seed per flower. The seedlings have a single, upright leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxychloe andina can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be grown in containers and requires regular watering.

Where to Find Oxychloe andina

Oxychloe andina can be found in the Andes mountains of South America.

Oxychloe andina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxychloe andina?

Oxychloe andina

What is the common name of Oxychloe andina?

Andean Water-starwort

What type of plant is Oxychloe andina?

Perennial herb

Species in the Juncaceae family

Distichia acicularis, Distichia filamentosa, Distichia muscoides, Juncus maroccanus, Juncus acuminatus, Juncus acutiflorus, Juncus acutus, Juncus aemulans, Juncus alatus, Juncus alexandri, Juncus allioides, Juncus alpigenus, Juncus alpinoarticulatus, Juncus amabilis, Juncus amplifolius, Juncus amuricus, Juncus anatolicus, Juncus anceps, Juncus andersonii, Juncus antarcticus, Juncus anthelatus, Juncus arcticus, Juncus aridicola, Juncus articulatus, Juncus astreptus, Juncus atratus, Juncus australis, Juncus balticus, Juncus bassianus, Juncus benghalensis, Juncus beringensis, Juncus biflorus, Juncus biglumis, Juncus biglumoides, Juncus bolanderi, Juncus brachycarpus, Juncus brachycephalus, Juncus brachyphyllus, Juncus brachyspathus, Juncus brachystigma, Juncus brasiliensis, Juncus brevibracteus, Juncus breviculmis, Juncus breweri, Juncus bryoides, Juncus bryophilus, Juncus bufonius, Juncus bulbosus, Juncus burkartii, Juncus caesariensis,

References