Status:
valid
Authors:
Wedd.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1854
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 1: 208 (1854)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000719643
Common Names
- Macrostachya Hemistylus
- Macrostachya Hemistylus
- Macrostachya Hemistylus
Description
Hemistylus macrostachya (also called Large-spiked Hemistylus, among many other common names) is an aquatic plant native to North America and Europe. It has small, needle-like leaves and grows in shallow water, often in ponds and lakes.
Uses & Benefits
Hemistylus macrostachya is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hemistylus macrostachya is yellow in colour and has a tubular shape. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hemistylus macrostachya is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in well-drained, sandy soil and requires regular watering. Propagation is by seed or division.
Where to Find Hemistylus macrostachya
Hemistylus macrostachya is native to South America and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.
Hemistylus macrostachya FAQ
What are the common names of Hemistylus macrostachya?
Common names of Hemistylus macrostachya include large-spike hemistylus and large-spike sand-heath.
What is the growth rate of Hemistylus macrostachya?
Hemistylus macrostachya has a moderate growth rate.
What is the ideal temperature for Hemistylus macrostachya?
Hemistylus macrostachya prefers temperatures between 60-85°F (15-29°C).
Species in the Hemistylus genus
Species in the Urticaceae family
Archiboehmeria atrata,
Astrothalamus reticulatus,
Australina flaccida,
Australina pusilla,
Australina pusilla,
Boehmeria aspera,
Boehmeria balslevii,
Boehmeria beyeri,
Boehmeria brevirostris,
Boehmeria bullata,
Boehmeria burgeriana,
Boehmeria caudata,
Boehmeria celtidifolia,
Boehmeria clidemioides,
Boehmeria conica,
Boehmeria cylindrica,
Boehmeria densiflora,
Boehmeria depauperata,
Boehmeria didymogyne,
Boehmeria dura,
Boehmeria egregia,
Boehmeria excelsa,
Boehmeria grandis,
Boehmeria hamiltoniana,
Boehmeria helferi,
Boehmeria heterophylla,
Boehmeria holosericea,
Boehmeria japonica,
Boehmeria kiusiana,
Boehmeria kurzii,
Boehmeria lanceolata,
Boehmeria martii,
Boehmeria multiflora,
Boehmeria nakashimae,
Boehmeria nivea,
Boehmeria ourantha,
Boehmeria pavonii,
Boehmeria penduliflora,
Boehmeria pilosiuscula,
Boehmeria platanifolia,
Boehmeria polystachya,
Boehmeria radiata,
Boehmeria ramiflora,
Boehmeria repens,
Boehmeria rugosissima,
Boehmeria siamensis,
Boehmeria sieboldiana,
Boehmeria spicigera,
Boehmeria splitgerbera,
Boehmeria ternifolia,