Mestoklema illepidum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
illepidum
ID:
373241
Status:
valid
Authors:
N.E.Br. ex Glen
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
in Bothalia 13: 454. 1981.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000372573
Common Names
- Mestoklema illepidum
- Hairy Mestoklema
- Hairy-leaved Mestoklema
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- Mestoklema illepidum N.E.Br. [invalid]
Description
Mestoklema illepidum (also called 'Tall Spikerush', among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant that is native to the southeastern United States. It grows in wet, sandy soils and can be found in marshes, swamps, and floodplains.
Uses & Benefits
Mestoklema illepidum is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mestoklema illepidum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings have narrow, lance-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mestoklema illepidum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a well-drained medium. Both methods require a warm, humid environment for successful cultivation.
Where to Find Mestoklema illepidum
Mestoklema illepidum can be found in tropical Asia, from India to the Philippines and New Guinea.
Mestoklema illepidum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mestoklema illepidum?
Mestoklema illepidum
What is the family of Mestoklema illepidum?
Annonaceae
What is the common name of Mestoklema illepidum?
Illepidum Mestoklema
Species in the Mestoklema genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
Hugh Francis Glen (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Glen' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000372573: Based on the initial data import