Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
laevis
ID:
340208

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 249 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000339540

Common Names

  • Laevis Anarthria
  • Anarthria laevis
  • Cyperaceae

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Description

Anarthria laevis (also called 'Smooth Anarthria', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Poaceae. It is native to South America. It is found in moist meadows, marshes, and other wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Anarthria laevis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in salads. It is also used to make jams and jellies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Anarthria laevis are small and white, with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anarthria laevis is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny location.

Where to Find Anarthria laevis

Anarthria laevis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Anarthria laevis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anarthria laevis?

Anarthria laevis

What is the common name for Anarthria laevis?

Smooth Anarthria

What is the growth habit of Anarthria laevis?

It is a herbaceous perennial plant with a short, upright stem

Species in the Restionaceae family

Alexgeorgea ganopoda, Alexgeorgea nitens, Alexgeorgea subterranea, Anarthria gracilis, Anarthria humilis, Anarthria laevis, Anarthria polyphylla, Anarthria prolifera, Anarthria scabra, Anthochortus capensis, Anthochortus crinalis, Anthochortus ecklonii, Anthochortus graminifolius, Anthochortus insignis, Anthochortus laxiflorus, Anthochortus singularis, Aphelia brizula, Aphelia cyperoides, Aphelia drummondii, Aphelia gracilis, Aphelia nutans, Aphelia pumilio, Apodasmia brownii, Apodasmia chilensis, Apodasmia similis, Apodasmia ceramophila, Askidiosperma alboaristatum, Askidiosperma alticola, Askidiosperma andreaeanum, Askidiosperma capitatum, Askidiosperma chartaceum, Askidiosperma delicatulum, Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae, Askidiosperma insigne, Askidiosperma longiflorum, Askidiosperma nitidum, Askidiosperma paniculatum, Askidiosperma rugosum, Askidiosperma alticolum, Baloskion australe, Baloskion fimbriatum, Baloskion gracile, Baloskion longipes, Baloskion pallens, Baloskion stenocoleum, Baloskion tenuiculme, Baloskion tetraphyllum, Calorophus elongatus, Calorophus erostris, Cannomois aristata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-219776: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.