Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
constipatus
ID:
1408591

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.P.Linder

Source:
BODATSA (SANBI)

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 40: 27 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001421055

Common Names

  • Tight Restio
  • Compact Restio
  • Close Restio

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Description

Restio constipatus (also called Narrow-leaved restio, among many other common names) is a tall, evergreen shrub with long, narrow, green leaves. It is native to South Africa, where it grows in moist, sandy soils in open grasslands and along the edges of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Restio constipatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for soil stabilization and as a windbreak. The plant has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, headache, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Restio constipatus is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Restio constipatus is a succulent shrub native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. To do so, take a cutting from a healthy stem and allow it to dry out for a few days before planting. Plant the cutting in a well-draining soil mix and keep it in a warm, sunny spot. Water sparingly and wait for the plant to take root.

Where to Find Restio constipatus

Restio constipatus is native to South Africa and can be found in the grasslands and woodlands of the eastern parts of the country.

Restio constipatus FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Restio constipatus?

Restio constipatus prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the best soil type for Restio constipatus?

Restio constipatus prefers a well-draining, sandy soil.

How much water does Restio constipatus need?

Restio constipatus should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch, about once every two weeks.

Species in the Restio genus

Restio acockii, Restio alticola, Restio arcuatus, Restio aridus, Restio aureolus, Restio bifarius, Restio bifidus, Restio bifurcus, Restio bolusii, Restio brachiatus, Restio brunneus, Restio burchellii, Restio capillaris, Restio cincinnatus, Restio coactilis, Restio colliculospermus, Restio communis, Restio confusus, Restio corneolus, Restio curviramis, Restio cymosus, Restio debilis, Restio decipiens, Restio degenerans, Restio dispar, Restio distans, Restio distichus, Restio distractus, Restio dodii, Restio duthieae, Restio echinatus, Restio egregius, Restio ejuncidus, Restio eleocharis, Restio esterhuyseniae, Restio exilis, Restio festuciformis, Restio filicaulis, Restio filiformis, Restio fourcadei, Restio fragilis, Restio fraternus, Restio fuscidulus, Restio fusiformis, Restio gaudichaudianus, Restio gossypinus, Restio harveyi, Restio helenae, Restio hystrix, Restio implicatus,

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

Hans Peter Linder (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.P.Linder' in the authors string.