Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
scandens
ID:
859448

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bor

Source:
wcs

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 12: 419 (1957 publ. 1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000858783

Common Names

  • Cephalostachyum scandens
  • Climbing Cephalostachyum
  • Climbing Bamboo

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Description

Cephalostachyum scandens (also called Climbing sedge, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant native to Africa, Asia, and Australia. It typically grows in wet areas, such as marshes, swamps, and along the banks of streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Cephalostachyum scandens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, white, and fragrant. Seed: small, black, and round. Seedlings: small, green, and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cephalostachyum scandens is a tropical bamboo species that is native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or from cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods require regular watering and fertilizing to ensure successful cultivation.

Where to Find Cephalostachyum scandens

Cephalostachyum scandens can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Indonesia.

Cephalostachyum scandens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cephalostachyum scandens?

Cephalostachyum scandens

What is the natural habitat of Cephalostachyum scandens?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

What are the common uses of Cephalostachyum scandens?

Used for making furniture, flooring, and other decorative items

Species in the Poaceae family

Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,

References

Norman Loftus Bor (1893-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bor' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:395381-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].