Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microcarpa
ID:
427866

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guillaumin

Source:
wcs

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. , sér. 2, 21: 379 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000427198



Common Names

  • Gahnia Microcarpa
  • Microcarpa's Gahnia
  • Microcarpa's Tree


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Description

Gahnia microcarpa (also called Small-Fruited Gahnia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Australia. It is characterized by its tall, erect stems and its small, yellow-green flowers. It is found in wet sclerophyll forests and along streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Gahnia microcarpa is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gahnia microcarpa flower is a small, yellowish-green flower with three petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gahnia microcarpa is a perennial herb that grows from a rhizome. It is propagated by division of the rhizomes in spring or autumn. It prefers moist soil and full sun to partial shade.

Where to Find Gahnia microcarpa

Gahnia microcarpa is native to Australia and can be found in wetter areas of the country, such as along the coast and in rainforests.

Gahnia microcarpa FAQ

What are the common uses of Gahnia microcarpa?

Gahnia microcarpa is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and for medicinal purposes.

What is the growth rate of Gahnia microcarpa?

Gahnia microcarpa grows at a moderate rate.

What is the best soil type for Gahnia microcarpa?

Gahnia microcarpa prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soils.

Species in the Cyperaceae family

Abildgaardia mexicana, Abildgaardia ovata, Abildgaardia schoenoides, Abildgaardia triflora, Abildgaardia oxystachya, Abildgaardia odontocarpa, Abildgaardia macrantha, Abildgaardia fusiformis, Abildgaardia pachyptera, Actinoschoenus repens, Actinoschoenus yunnanensis, Actinoschoenus aphyllus, Actinoscirpus grossus, Afrotrilepis jaegeri, Afrotrilepis pilosa, Amphiscirpus nevadensis, Arthrostylis aphylla, Arthrostylis planiculmis, Becquerelia clarkei, Becquerelia cymosa, Becquerelia discolor, Becquerelia merkeliana, Becquerelia muricata, Becquerelia tuberculata, Bisboeckelera irrigua, Bisboeckelera longifolia, Bisboeckelera microcephala, Bisboeckelera vinacea, Blysmus compressus, Blysmus mongolicola, Blysmus rufus, Blysmus sinocompressus, Bolboschoenoplectus mariqueter, Bolboschoenus caldwellii, Bolboschoenus capensis, Bolboschoenus fluviatilis, Bolboschoenus glaucus, Bolboschoenus grandispicus, Bolboschoenus laticarpus, Bolboschoenus maritimus, Bolboschoenus medianus, Bolboschoenus nobilis, Bolboschoenus novae-angliae, Bolboschoenus planiculmis, Bolboschoenus robustus, Bolboschoenus schmidii, Bolboschoenus stagnicola, Bolboschoenus yagara, Bolboschoenus koshevnikovii, Bolboschoenus biconcavus,

References

André Guillaumin (1885-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guillaumin' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:308614-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].