Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
talbotii
ID:
349489

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rendle) Summerh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Fl. W. Trop. Afr. 2: 456 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000348821

Common Names

  • Bolusiella talbotii
  • Talbot's Bolusiella
  • Talbot's Wood Bolusiella

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Synonyms

  • Bolusiella alinae Szlach. [unknown]
  • Angraecum talbotii Rendle [unknown]

Description

Bolusiella talbotii (also called Talbot's Sedge, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a short rhizome and a culm up to 40 cm tall. It is native to South Africa, and is found in moist meadows, marshes, and wet woods.

Uses & Benefits

Bolusiella talbotii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bolusiella talbotii is a small, yellowish-green spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bolusiella talbotii is a low-growing, clump-forming perennial grass-like plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is best done by division of the clumps in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Bolusiella talbotii

Bolusiella talbotii is a species of sedge native to Africa.

Bolusiella talbotii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bolusiella talbotii?

Bolusiella talbotii

What is the common name of Bolusiella talbotii?

Talbot's Sedge

What is the natural habitat of Bolusiella talbotii?

Bolusiella talbotii is found in wet meadows, marshes, and along streams in the mountains of western North America.

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-22861: Based on the initial data import
Alfred Barton Rendle (1865-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rendle' in the authors string.
Victor Samuel Summerhayes (1897-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Summerh.' in the authors string.