Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Species:
schimperi
ID:
1192881

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dozy & Molk.) Dozy & Molk.

Source:
tro

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Musci Frond. Ined. Archip. Ind. 76. 27 1846

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001192219



Common Names

  • Schimperi Arthrocormus
  • Arthrocormus schimperi
  • African Arthrocormus


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Description

Arthrocormus schimperi (also called African Reed, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with a creeping rhizome and erect culms. It is native to Africa and is found in moist habitats such as marshes, swamps, and lake shores.

Uses & Benefits

Arthrocormus schimperi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used to control erosion on slopes and in wetlands.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Arthrocormus schimperi is small and white, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arthrocormus schimperi can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can tolerate some drought and is frost hardy.

Where to Find Arthrocormus schimperi

Arthrocormus schimperi is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and South America and can be found in moist, shady habitats.

Arthrocormus schimperi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arthrocormus schimperi?

Arthrocormus schimperi

What is the common name of Arthrocormus schimperi?

Schimper's Arthrocormus

What is the natural habitat of Arthrocormus schimperi?

Dry grasslands, scrubland, and open woodlands

Species in the Arthrocormus genus

Species in the Calymperaceae family

Arthrocormus schimperi, Calymperes robinsonii, Calymperes rubiginosum, Calymperes aeruginosum, Calymperes afzelii, Calymperes beccarii, Calymperes boulayi, Calymperes couguiense, Calymperes crassinerve, Calymperes erosum, Calymperes fasciculatum, Calymperes graeffeanum, Calymperes guildingii, Calymperes guineense, Calymperes hispidum, Calymperes levyanum, Calymperes linearifolium, Calymperes lonchophyllum, Calymperes loucoubense, Calymperes mangalorense, Calymperes moluccense, Calymperes motleyi, Calymperes nanum, Calymperes nicaraguense, Calymperes othmeri, Calymperes palisotii, Calymperes pallidum, Calymperes pintasii, Calymperes platyloma, Calymperes porrectum, Calymperes pungens, Calymperes schmidtii, Calymperes serratum, Calymperes smithii, Calymperes strictifolium, Calymperes subintegrum, Calymperes subserratum, Calymperes tahitense, Calymperes tenerum, Calymperes thomeanum, Calymperes venezuelanum, Calymperes bartramii, Calymperes noakhalense, Calymperes mitrafugax, Calymperes boninense, Calymperes norkettii, Calymperes woodii, Calymperes serratioides, Exodictyon dentatum, Exodictyon incrassatum,

References

Julian(us) Hendrik Molkenboer (1816-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Molk.' in the authors string.
Frans Dozy (1807-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dozy' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35179022: Based on data supplied by Bryonames