Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
egregius
ID:
513094

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hochst.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Flora 28: 337 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000512426

Common Names

  • Egregius Restio
  • Egregius Conebush
  • Egregius Cone Grass

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Synonyms

  • Restio egregius nutans Mast. [unknown]
  • Restio macrogynus Nees ex Mast. [unknown]

Description

Restio egregius (also called Elegant Restio, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 m and has yellow flowers. It is found in moist, sandy soils in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Restio egregius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Restio egregius is a small, yellowish spikelet, and the seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Restio egregius is a perennial shrub that grows up to 3-4 feet tall and wide. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Restio egregius

Restio egregius is native to South Africa and is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Restio egregius FAQ

What is the common name of Restio egregius?

Common Reed

What is the natural habitat of Restio egregius?

Dry river beds, wetlands, and coastal areas

What type of soil does Restio egregius prefer?

Well-drained soil with a neutral pH

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,