Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sandwicensis
ID:
347941

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hillebr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Fl. Hawaiian Isl. : 174 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000347273

Common Names

  • Sandwicensis Bobea
  • Sandwicensis's Bobea
  • Sandwicensis Carex

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Synonyms

  • Rytidotus sandvicensis Hook.f. [valid]
  • Chomelia sandvicensis A.Gray [valid]
  • Guettardella sandwicensis H.Mann [valid]
  • Bobea hookeri Hillebr. [valid]

Description

Bobea sandwicensis (also called Hawaiian Sedge, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with a short rhizome and a tuft of leaves. It is native to Hawaii and is found in moist habitats such as meadows, marshes, and bogs.

Uses & Benefits

Bobea sandwicensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bobea sandwicensis has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are short and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bobea sandwicensis is a perennial sedge that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided in the spring or early summer. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in the fall or early spring. The soil should be kept moist and the plants should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Bobea sandwicensis

Bobea sandwicensis is native to the Hawaiian Islands and can be found in dry, open areas such as rocky slopes and ridges.

Bobea sandwicensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bobea sandwicensis?

Bobea sandwicensis

What is the common name of Bobea sandwicensis?

Hawaiian bobea

What type of plant is Bobea sandwicensis?

Tree

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Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-22716: Based on the initial data import
William Hillebrand (1821-1886): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hillebr.' in the authors string.