Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
lepidota
ID:
551368

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 9: 555 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000550700

Common Names

  • Arytera lepidota
  • Scaly Arytera
  • Lepidote Arytera

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Description

Arytera lepidota (also called 'Scaly Spike-Rush', among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant native to Australia, New Zealand, and New Guinea. It has long, thin leaves and a creeping rhizome. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as along streams and in wet forests.

Uses & Benefits

Arytera lepidota is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber. The timber is used to make furniture and other wood products. The leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arytera lepidota has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arytera lepidota is a perennial herb that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is a low-growing plant that can reach a height of up to 1 m (3 ft). It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps. It can also be propagated from cuttings.

Where to Find Arytera lepidota

Arytera lepidota is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Arytera lepidota FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arytera lepidota?

Arytera lepidota

What is the family of Arytera lepidota?

Cyperaceae

What is the common name of Arytera lepidota?

Scaly sedge

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References