Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
parishii
ID:
514432

Status:
valid

Authors:
Small

Source:
cmp

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 25: 53 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000513764

Common Names

  • Acanthoscyphus Parishii
  • Parishii Acanthoscyphus
  • Acanthoscyphus Parishii

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Synonyms

  • Oxytheca parishii Parry [unknown]
  • Acanthoscyphus parishii parishii [unknown]

Description

Acanthoscyphus parishii (also called Parish's beak-rush, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Cyperaceae. It is a perennial herb that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is native to western North America. It is found in wet grasslands, often in marshy areas, at altitudes of 0-2000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Acanthoscyphus parishii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Acanthoscyphus parishii var. cienegensis (Ertter) Reveal
Acanthoscyphus parishii var. goodmaniana (Ertter) Reveal

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acanthoscyphus parishii is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, bright green plant with a single stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acanthoscyphus parishii is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows in clumps. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or seed.

Where to Find Acanthoscyphus parishii

Acanthoscyphus parishii can be found in wet meadows, bogs, and marshes in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Acanthoscyphus parishii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acanthoscyphus parishii?

Acanthoscyphus parishii

What is the common name of Acanthoscyphus parishii?

Parish's Needle Grass

What is the growth habit of Acanthoscyphus parishii?

Acanthoscyphus parishii is an evergreen, perennial grass with a clumping habit.

Species in the Acanthoscyphus genus

Species in the Polygonaceae family

Acanthoscyphus parishii, Afrobrunnichia africana, Afrobrunnichia erecta, Antigonon flavescens, Antigonon guatimalense, Antigonon leptopus, Aristocapsa insignis, Atraphaxis intricata, Atraphaxis angustifolia, Atraphaxis aucheri, Atraphaxis avenia, Atraphaxis badghysi, Atraphaxis billardieri, Atraphaxis bracteata, Atraphaxis canescens, Atraphaxis caucasica, Atraphaxis compacta, Atraphaxis daghestanica, Atraphaxis decipiens, Atraphaxis frutescens, Atraphaxis grandiflora, Atraphaxis irtyschensis, Atraphaxis karataviensis, Atraphaxis kopetdagensis, Atraphaxis laetevirens, Atraphaxis macrocarpa, Atraphaxis manshurica, Atraphaxis muschketowii, Atraphaxis pungens, Atraphaxis pyrifolia, Atraphaxis rodinii, Atraphaxis seravschanica, Atraphaxis spinosa, Atraphaxis suaedifolia, Atraphaxis teretifolia, Atraphaxis virgata, Atraphaxis arianum, Atraphaxis atraphaxiforme, Atraphaxis toktogulicum, Brunnichia ovata, Calligonum acanthopterum, Calligonum aciferum, Calligonum aculeatum, Calligonum aequilaterale, Calligonum alaschanicum, Calligonum alatiforme, Calligonum alatum, Calligonum amoenum, Calligonum androssowii, Calligonum aphyllum,

References