Rhaphiostylis elegans - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Metteniusales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elegans
ID:
406804
Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 43(1-2): 184. 1909 [23 Feb 1909]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000406136
Common Names
- Rhaphiostylis elegans
- Elegant Spikerush
- Elegant Spike-rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhaphiostylis elegans (also called Elegant Spikerush, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to Australia. It grows in dense tufts with narrow, linear leaves and a cylindrical spikelet. It is found in moist, shady areas of tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Rhaphiostylis elegans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to help filter water and reduce algae growth in ponds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhaphiostylis elegans has small, yellow-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhaphiostylis elegans is a perennial plant that is native to Australia. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Rhaphiostylis elegans
Rhaphiostylis elegans is native to South America and can be found in wet areas such as marshes, swamps, and ponds.
Rhaphiostylis elegans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhaphiostylis elegans?
Rhaphiostylis elegans
What is the common name of Rhaphiostylis elegans?
Elegant raspwort
Where is Rhaphiostylis elegans native to?
Australia
Species in the Rhaphiostylis genus
Rhaphiostylis poggei, Rhaphiostylis preussii, Rhaphiostylis beninensis, Rhaphiostylis fusca, Rhaphiostylis ovatifolia, Rhaphiostylis parvifolia, Rhaphiostylis subsessilifolia, Rhaphiostylis ferruginea, Rhaphiostylis cordifolia, Rhaphiostylis elegans, Rhaphiostylis madagascariensis, Rhaphiostylis minima,
Species in the Metteniusaceae family
Apodytes bebile, Apodytes abbottii, Apodytes brachystylis, Apodytes clusiifolia, Apodytes dimidiata, Apodytes geldenhuysii, Apodytes grandifolia, Apodytes thouvenotii, Metteniusa edulis, Metteniusa nucifera, Metteniusa tessmanniana, Metteniusa cogolloi, Poraqueiba paraensis, Poraqueiba sericea, Poraqueiba guianensis, Rhaphiostylis poggei, Rhaphiostylis preussii, Rhaphiostylis beninensis, Rhaphiostylis fusca, Rhaphiostylis ovatifolia, Rhaphiostylis parvifolia, Rhaphiostylis subsessilifolia, Rhaphiostylis ferruginea, Rhaphiostylis cordifolia, Rhaphiostylis elegans, Rhaphiostylis madagascariensis, Rhaphiostylis minima,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2428797: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.