Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
leptostachyus
ID:
513243

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. 3: 407 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000512575

Common Names

  • Leptostachyus Restio
  • Leptostachyus Reed
  • Leptostachyus Cane

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Synonyms

  • Restio pusillus Pillans [unknown]

Description

Restio leptostachyus (also called Slender-Leaved Restio, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant that can reach up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to South Africa, and is found in moist grasslands and wetlands. It has long, narrow leaves and small brown flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Restio leptostachyus is used for erosion control and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Restio leptostachyus is small and inconspicuous, with a yellow-green color. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and wiry.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Restio leptostachyus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 2m. It is hardy and drought tolerant, and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny position and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Water regularly and mulch to retain moisture.

Where to Find Restio leptostachyus

Restio leptostachyus can be found in South Africa, and is found in the fynbos and renosterveld vegetation types.

Restio leptostachyus FAQ

What is the common name of Restio leptostachyus?

Slender Reed

What is the scientific name of Slender Reed?

Restio leptostachyus

What type of plant is Restio leptostachyus?

Grass-like plant

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,

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