Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
setulosociliata
ID:
553627

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boeckeler

Source:
wcs

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Flora 65: 30 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552959



Common Names

  • Scleria Setulosociliata
  • Giant Nutgrass
  • Giant Woodrush


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Description

Scleria setulosociliata (also called 'Hairy-stalked Scleria', among many other common names) is a species of grass native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is a perennial grass, with narrow, pointed leaves and small, yellowish flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as in the understory of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Scleria setulosociliata is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a cut flower in floral arrangements. The plant is known for its attractive foliage and showy flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Scleria setulosociliata has small white flowers with yellow or purple centers. Seed: The seed of Scleria setulosociliata is small and brown. Seedlings: The seedlings of Scleria setulosociliata are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scleria setulosociliata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix, and kept moist. Division is best done in the spring or fall. The plant can be divided into several sections, each with a few leaves and roots, and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Water regularly and keep in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Scleria setulosociliata

Scleria setulosociliata can be found in tropical and subtropical areas of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Scleria setulosociliata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scleria setulosociliata?

Scleria setulosociliata

What is the common name of Scleria setulosociliata?

Bristly nutrush

What is the habitat of Scleria setulosociliata?

It is found in wet areas, such as swamps, marshes, and wet meadows

Species in the Scleria genus

Scleria acanthocarpa, Scleria achtenii, Scleria adpressohirta, Scleria alpina, Scleria amazonica, Scleria anceps, Scleria andringitrensis, Scleria angusta, Scleria angustifolia, Scleria annularis, Scleria anomala, Scleria arcuata, Scleria arguta, Scleria aromatica, Scleria assamica, Scleria atroglumis, Scleria balansae, Scleria baldwinii, Scleria bambariensis, Scleria baroni-clarkei, Scleria baronii, Scleria benthamii, Scleria bequaertii, Scleria biflora, Scleria boivinii, Scleria boniana, Scleria borii, Scleria bourgeaui, Scleria bracteata, Scleria bradei, Scleria brownii, Scleria bulbifera, Scleria burchellii, Scleria calcicola, Scleria camaratensis, Scleria canescens, Scleria carphiformis, Scleria castanea, Scleria catophylla, Scleria chevalieri, Scleria chlorantha, Scleria chlorocalyx, Scleria ciliaris, Scleria ciliata, Scleria clarkei, Scleria clathrata, Scleria colorata, Scleria comosa, Scleria composita, Scleria corymbosa,

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

Johann Otto Boeckeler (1803-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boeckeler' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:315043-1: 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].