Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
virescens
ID:
597379

Status:
valid

Authors:
Moc. & Sessé

Source:
cmp

Year:
1828

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 3: 377 (1828)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000596711



Common Names

  • Virescens Cereus
  • Cerdia virescens
  • Virescens Cerdia


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Synonyms

  • Cerdia congestiflora Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Cerdia glauca Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Cerdia purpurascens Moc. & Sessé ex DC. [unknown]

Description

Cerdia virescens (also called Green Cerdia, among many other common names) is a small perennial grass that is native to New Zealand. It has green leaves that are cylindrical and can reach up to 1 cm in length. Its native regions are New Zealand and it is found in wetland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cerdia virescens is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It is also used in landscaping and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate a wide range of temperatures and humidity levels.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cerdia virescens has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are round and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cerdia virescens is a perennial plant that is easily propagated from seed or from division of the clump. It can be grown in full sun to part shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is hardy to USDA zone 6.

Where to Find Cerdia virescens

Cerdia virescens is native to the Andes mountains in South America. It can be found in the wild in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is also available from nurseries and online retailers.

Cerdia virescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cerdia virescens?

Cerdia virescens

What is the common name of Cerdia virescens?

Green Sedge

What is the natural habitat of Cerdia virescens?

Grassy places in New Zealand

Species in the Cerdia genus

Species in the Caryophyllaceae family

Acanthophyllum acerosum, Acanthophyllum aculeatum, Acanthophyllum adenophorum, Acanthophyllum albidum, Acanthophyllum andarabicum, Acanthophyllum andersenii, Acanthophyllum anisocladum, Acanthophyllum bilobum, Acanthophyllum bracteatum, Acanthophyllum brevibracteatum, Acanthophyllum caespitosum, Acanthophyllum coloratum, Acanthophyllum crassifolium, Acanthophyllum cyrtostegium, Acanthophyllum diezianum, Acanthophyllum elatius, Acanthophyllum fissicalyx, Acanthophyllum glandulosum, Acanthophyllum gracile, Acanthophyllum grandiflorum, Acanthophyllum kabulicum, Acanthophyllum kandaharicum, Acanthophyllum knorringianum, Acanthophyllum korolkowii, Acanthophyllum korshinskyi, Acanthophyllum krascheninnikovii, Acanthophyllum lamondiae, Acanthophyllum laxiflorum, Acanthophyllum laxiusculum, Acanthophyllum lilacinum, Acanthophyllum longicalyx, Acanthophyllum macrodon, Acanthophyllum maimanense, Acanthophyllum mikeschinianum, Acanthophyllum mucronatum, Acanthophyllum oppositiflorum, Acanthophyllum pachycephalum, Acanthophyllum pachystegium, Acanthophyllum pleiostegium, Acanthophyllum popovii, Acanthophyllum pulcherrimum, Acanthophyllum pulchrum, Acanthophyllum pungens, Acanthophyllum raphiophyllum, Acanthophyllum recurvum, Acanthophyllum sarawschanicum, Acanthophyllum scapiflorum, Acanthophyllum schugnanicum, Acanthophyllum sordidum, Acanthophyllum speciosum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2711496: Based on the initial data import
Martín Sessé y Lacasta (1751-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sessé' in the authors string.
José Mariano Mociño (1757-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moc.' in the authors string.