Rhaphiostylis ferruginea - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Metteniusales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ferruginea
ID:
406778
Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 43(1-2): 181. 1909 [23 Feb 1909]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000406110
Common Names
- Rhaphiostylis ferruginea
- Rusty-flowered Spikerush
- Rusty-flowered Spike-rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhaphiostylis ferruginea (also called Rusty-stemmed 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 ferruginea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control. The flowers of this plant can be used to make tea and for medicinal purposes.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Rhaphiostylis ferruginea var. villosa (Pellegr.) VilliersFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhaphiostylis ferruginea has small white flowers with yellow anthers and a single seed in the middle. The seedlings are slender and have a single leaf at the top. The seed is small and black.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhaphiostylis ferruginea 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 ferruginea
Rhaphiostylis ferruginea is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.
Rhaphiostylis ferruginea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhaphiostylis ferruginea?
Rhaphiostylis ferruginea
What is the common name of Rhaphiostylis ferruginea?
Rusty raspwort
Where is Rhaphiostylis ferruginea 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-2428755: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.