Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
prolifera
ID:
340211

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000339543

Common Names

  • Prolifera Anarthria
  • Anarthria prolifera
  • Cyperaceae

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Synonyms

  • Anarthria pauciflora R.Br. [unknown]

Description

Anarthria prolifera (also called Proliferous Anarthria, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Americas. It has a short stem and its leaves are ovate and arranged in a spiral. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Anarthria prolifera 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 prolifera 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 prolifera 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 prolifera

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

Anarthria prolifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anarthria prolifera?

Anarthria prolifera

What is the common name for Anarthria prolifera?

Proliferous Anarthria

What is the growth habit of Anarthria prolifera?

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-219779: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.