Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
griffinianus
ID:
531469

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.L.Wilson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 11: 278 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000530801



Common Names

  • Schoenus Griffinianus
  • Griffinianus Schoenus
  • Griffinianus


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Description

Schoenus griffinianus (also called Griffinian Cotton-grass, among many other common names) is a species of sedge in the family Cyperaceae. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and typically grows in moist meadows, marshes, and wet soils. It has a tufted habit and grows up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are linear and its flowers are small and white.

Uses & Benefits

Schoenus griffinianus is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Schoenus griffinianus are small, yellowish-green, and arranged in dense, cylindrical spikes. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard, glossy seed coat. The seedlings are small, with a single, narrow leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schoenus griffinianus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It should be fertilized regularly to promote healthy growth. It is also important to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged.

Where to Find Schoenus griffinianus

Schoenus griffinianus can be found in South Africa.

Schoenus griffinianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schoenus griffinianus?

Schoenus griffinianus

What is the common name of Schoenus griffinianus?

Griffinian Schoenus

What is the natural habitat of Schoenus griffinianus?

Dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky hillsides

Species in the Schoenus genus

Schoenus absconditus, Schoenus achaetus, Schoenus acuminatus, Schoenus andinus, Schoenus andrewsii, Schoenus antarcticus, Schoenus apogon, Schoenus armeria, Schoenus asperocarpus, Schoenus badius, Schoenus benthamii, Schoenus bifidus, Schoenus biglumis, Schoenus breviculmis, Schoenus brevifolius, Schoenus brevisetis, Schoenus caespititius, Schoenus calcatus, Schoenus calostachyus, Schoenus calyptratus, Schoenus capillifolius, Schoenus carsei, Schoenus centralis, Schoenus clandestinus, Schoenus compar, Schoenus cruentus, Schoenus curvifolius, Schoenus curvulus, Schoenus cuspidatus, Schoenus cygneus, Schoenus deformis, Schoenus delicatulus, Schoenus discifer, Schoenus dregeanus, Schoenus efoliatus, Schoenus elegans, Schoenus ericetorum, Schoenus evansianus, Schoenus falcatus, Schoenus ferrugineus, Schoenus fluitans, Schoenus globifer, Schoenus grammatophyllus, Schoenus griffinianus, Schoenus hexandrus, Schoenus humilis, Schoenus imberbis, Schoenus indutus, Schoenus insolitus, Schoenus kennyi,

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

Karen L. Wilson (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.L.Wilson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:994435-1: 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].