Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microcarpus
ID:
542160

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Presl & C.Presl

Source:
wcs

Year:
1828

Citation Micro:
Reliq. Haenk. 1: 195 (1828)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000541492



Common Names

  • Common Cattail
  • Small-Fruited Bulrush
  • Small-Fruited Cattail


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Description

Scirpus microcarpus (also called Small-fruited Bulrush, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has small, greenish-brown flowers with three petals and a long, curved stem. It grows in wet areas, such as marshes and swamps, and prefers full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Scirpus microcarpus has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a soil stabilizer in areas prone to erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scirpus microcarpus is a small, white or pale pink, star-shaped bloom. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid shape. The seedlings are small, with long, thin stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scirpus microcarpus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every spring. Deadheading spent flowers can help to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Scirpus microcarpus

Scirpus microcarpus can be found in the southeastern United States, from North Carolina to Florida.

Scirpus microcarpus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scirpus microcarpus?

Scirpus microcarpus

What is the common name of Scirpus microcarpus?

Small-fruited Bulrush

Where is Scirpus microcarpus native to?

North America

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

Carl Borivoj Presl (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Presl' in the authors string.
Jan Svatopluk Presl (1791-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Presl' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:313911-1: 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].