Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vitiensis
ID:
428049

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rendle

Source:
wcs

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 39: 179 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000427381



Common Names

  • Gahnia
  • Vitiensis Gahnia
  • Gahnia Vitiensis


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Description

Gahnia vitiensis (also called Fiji Gahnia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Fiji. It grows up to 1.5 m tall and has narrow, lanceolate leaves. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is found in open grasslands, scrublands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Gahnia vitiensis has been used for a variety of purposes, including as a source of food, for medicinal purposes, as a fuel source, and for construction materials.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Gahnia vitiensis sub. kauaiensis (Benl) T.Koyama
Gahnia vitiensis sub. vitiensis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gahnia vitiensis has small, yellow flowers that form in clusters. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are arranged in a fan-like pattern.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gahnia vitiensis is a hardy, evergreen grass that grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by division or seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix. Division should be done in autumn or spring.

Where to Find Gahnia vitiensis

Gahnia vitiensis is native to Fiji and can be found in wetter areas of the island.

Gahnia vitiensis FAQ

What are the common uses of Gahnia vitiensis?

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

What is the growth rate of Gahnia vitiensis?

Gahnia vitiensis grows at a moderate rate.

What is the best soil type for Gahnia vitiensis?

Gahnia vitiensis 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

Alfred Barton Rendle (1865-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rendle' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:308652-1: 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].