Description
Schoenoplectiella wallichii (also called Wallich's Bulrush, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial grass-like herb. It is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan, and is found in moist places, such as wet meadows, stream banks, and marshes.
Uses & Benefits
Schoenoplectiella wallichii is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Schoenoplectiella wallichii are small, white and grow in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schoenoplectiella wallichii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a light, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Schoenoplectiella wallichii
Schoenoplectiella wallichii can be found in India, Pakistan, Nepal, and Bangladesh.