Rhaphiostylis ovatifolia - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Metteniusales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ovatifolia
ID:
406751
Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1921
Citation Micro:
Veg. Erde [Engler] 9(3, 2): 256, in obs. 1921 [Pflanzenw. Afr.]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000406083
Common Names
- Rhaphiostylis ovatifolia
- Ovateleaf Rhaphiostylis
- Ovatifolia Rhaphiostylis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhaphiostylis ovatifolia (also called Oval-leaved Spikerush, among many other common names) is a species of sedge native to North America. It is a perennial grass-like plant with a tuft of narrow, linear leaves and small, white flowers. It typically grows in wet soils, such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Rhaphiostylis ovatifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Rhaphiostylis ovatifolia are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhaphiostylis ovatifolia is a perennial grass that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in spring or autumn and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. The soil should be kept moist until the divisions have established.
Where to Find Rhaphiostylis ovatifolia
Rhaphiostylis ovatifolia is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.
Rhaphiostylis ovatifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhaphiostylis ovatifolia?
Rhaphiostylis ovatifolia
What is the common name of Rhaphiostylis ovatifolia?
Oval-leafed raspwort
Where is Rhaphiostylis ovatifolia 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-2428710: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.