Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sipapoensis
ID:
406629

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jardim & P.E.Berry

Source:
cmp

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Novon 9: 520 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000405961

Common Names

  • Roucheria Sipapoensis
  • Sipapo Roucheria
  • Sipapo Roucheria

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Description

Roucheria sipapoensis (also called Sipapo spikerush, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant that grows to a height of up to 8 inches. It has thin, grass-like leaves and small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. It is native to the United States and Canada and is commonly found in wet meadows, marshes, and along the edges of ponds and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Roucheria sipapoensis is used in aquariums as an ornamental plant. It is also used to improve water quality by absorbing excess nutrients and providing oxygen to the water.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Roucheria sipapoensis has white, tubular flowers with yellow throats and hairy bracts. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Roucheria sipapoensis is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings. It grows best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. It can also be propagated from seed, but this is a slow and difficult process.

Where to Find Roucheria sipapoensis

Roucheria sipapoensis is native to tropical America.

Roucheria sipapoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Roucheria sipapoensis?

Roucheria sipapoensis

What is the natural habitat of Roucheria sipapoensis?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

What is the average height of Roucheria sipapoensis?

10-15 cm

Species in the Linaceae family

Anisadenia pubescens, Anisadenia saxatilis, Hebepetalum neblinae, Hebepetalum roraimense, Hebepetalum humiriifolium, Hugonia afzelii, Hugonia belli, Hugonia castaneifolia, Hugonia costata, Hugonia couraiana, Hugonia deplanchei, Hugonia elliptica, Hugonia ferruginea, Hugonia foliosa, Hugonia gilletii, Hugonia gossweileri, Hugonia grandiflora, Hugonia jenkinsii, Hugonia latifolia, Hugonia lenormandii, Hugonia macrocarpa, Hugonia mayumbensis, Hugonia micans, Hugonia montana, Hugonia neocaledonica, Hugonia obtusifolia, Hugonia oreogena, Hugonia papillosa, Hugonia penicillanthemum, Hugonia planchonii, Hugonia platysepala, Hugonia poilanei, Hugonia racemosa, Hugonia rufopilis, Hugonia sapinii, Hugonia serrata, Hugonia talbotii, Hugonia tomentosa, Hugonia villosa, Hugonia brewerioides, Hugonia castanea, Hugonia sphaerocarpa, Hugonia coursiana, Hugonia johannensis, Hugonia longipes, Hugonia orientalis, Hugonia batesii, Hugonia gabunensis, Hugonia macrophylla, Hugonia spicata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2428383: Based on the initial data import
Paul Edward Berry (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.E.Berry' in the authors string.
Antony Jardim: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jardim' in the authors string.