Description
Schoenoplectiella corymbosa (also called Corymbose Schoenoplectiella, among many other common names) is a small, tufted grass with erect stems and corymbose inflorescences. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands, and is found in moist and shady areas, such as forests, thickets, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Schoenoplectiella corymbosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Schoenoplectiella corymbosa is a small, yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, yellow, and have a single, long, slender stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schoenoplectiella corymbosa is a perennial, aquatic plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It can be grown in moist soil in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can tolerate some flooding. It can be propagated by dividing the rhizomes in spring or by sowing the seeds in spring or autumn.