Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
hooperae
ID:
527169

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.Raynal) Lye

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Lidia 6: 25 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526501



Common Names

  • Schoenoplectiella hooperae
  • Hooperae Schoenoplectiella
  • Hooperae-Schoenoplectiella


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Description

Schoenoplectiella hooperae (also called Hooper's Spike-rush, among many other common names) is an annual grass-like plant native to Australia. It has long, thin leaves and grows in moist, grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Schoenoplectiella hooperae is a hardy, drought-tolerant tree that can be used as a windbreak or for erosion control. Its dense canopy provides shade and can be used to create a natural privacy screen. The wood is strong and durable, making it suitable for use in furniture and other woodworking projects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Schoenoplectiella hooperae are small, yellow-green in color and occur in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard coat. Seedlings have a single, thin stem with small, scale-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schoenoplectiella hooperae is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or greenhouse. The seedlings should be potted on when large enough to handle and planted out in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Schoenoplectiella hooperae

Schoenoplectiella hooperae can be found in the eastern United States and Canada, from Maine to Florida and west to Minnesota and Ontario.

Schoenoplectiella hooperae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schoenoplectiella hooperae?

Schoenoplectiella hooperae

What is the common name of Schoenoplectiella hooperae?

Hooper's Spike-rush

What is the growth habit of Schoenoplectiella hooperae?

It is a perennial grass-like herb with erect stems up to 1 m tall.

Species in the Schoenoplectiella genus

Schoenoplectiella aberrans, Schoenoplectiella articulata, Schoenoplectiella dissachantha, Schoenoplectiella erecta, Schoenoplectiella hallii, Schoenoplectiella heterophylla, Schoenoplectiella hooperae, Schoenoplectiella juncea, Schoenoplectiella juncoides, Schoenoplectiella laevis, Schoenoplectiella lateriflora, Schoenoplectiella leucantha, Schoenoplectiella microglumis, Schoenoplectiella oxyjulos, Schoenoplectiella perrieri, Schoenoplectiella praelongata, Schoenoplectiella proxima, Schoenoplectiella purshiana, Schoenoplectiella reducta, Schoenoplectiella roylei, Schoenoplectiella saximontana, Schoenoplectiella senegalensis, Schoenoplectiella supina, Schoenoplectiella vohemarensis, Schoenoplectiella wallichii, Schoenoplectiella mucronata, Schoenoplectiella komarovii, Schoenoplectiella lineolata, Schoenoplectiella hotarui, Schoenoplectiella gemmifera, Schoenoplectiella fuscorubens, Schoenoplectiella intermedia, Schoenoplectiella magrathii, Schoenoplectiella yashiroi, Schoenoplectiella humillima, Schoenoplectiella clemensiae, Schoenoplectiella jingmenensis, Schoenoplectiella oligoseta, Schoenoplectiella subbisetosa, Schoenoplectiella trapezoidea, Schoenoplectiella blakei, Schoenoplectiella melanosperma, Schoenoplectiella multiseta, Schoenoplectiella rechingeri, Schoenoplectiella smithii, Schoenoplectiella naritaensis, Schoenoplectiella triangulata, Schoenoplectiella kandawlayensis, Schoenoplectiella orthorhizomata, Schoenoplectiella schoofii,

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

Jean Raynal (1933-1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Raynal' in the authors string.
Kåre Arnstein Lye (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lye' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60432232-2: 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].