Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
anomalus
ID:
564158

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Körn.) Ruhland

Source:
wcs

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 30: 267 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000563490



Common Names

  • Anomalus Syngonanthus
  • Anomalus's Syngonanthus
  • Syngonanthus Anomalus


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Description

Syngonanthus anomalus (also called anomalous African grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to tropical Africa. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Syngonanthus anomalus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a hedge or screen plant, and can be used to attract birds to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Syngonanthus anomalus are small, white, and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Syngonanthus anomalus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Syngonanthus anomalus

Syngonanthus anomalus can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Syngonanthus anomalus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Syngonanthus anomalus?

Syngonanthus anomalus

What is the common name of Syngonanthus anomalus?

Anomalous Star Grass

Where is Syngonanthus anomalus native to?

Brazil

Species in the Eriocaulaceae family

Comanthera kegeliana, Comanthera harleyi, Comanthera euschemus, Comanthera elegantula, Comanthera elegans, Comanthera dealbata, Comanthera curralensis, Comanthera brasiliana, Comanthera bisulcata, Comanthera bahiensis, Comanthera aurifibrata, Comanthera aciphylla, Comanthera hatschbachii, Comanthera xeranthemoides, Comanthera caespitosa, Comanthera centauroides, Comanthera reflexa, Comanthera jenmanii, Comanthera floccosa, Comanthera circinnata, Comanthera cipoensis, Comanthera giuliettiae, Comanthera suberosa, Comanthera ruprechtiana, Comanthera paepalophylla, Comanthera nivea, Comanthera nitida, Comanthera magnifica, Comanthera imbricata, Comanthera mucugensis, Comanthera lanosa, Comanthera retroflexa, Comanthera pignalii, Comanthera brunnea, Comanthera dimera, Comanthera angustifolia, Comanthera tricostata, Comanthera borbae, Eriocaulon abyssinicum, Eriocaulon achiton, Eriocaulon acutibracteatum, Eriocaulon acutifolium, Eriocaulon adamesii, Eriocaulon aethiopicum, Eriocaulon africanum, Eriocaulon afzelianum, Eriocaulon albocapitatum, Eriocaulon alleizettei, Eriocaulon alpestre, Eriocaulon alpinum,

References

Wilhelm Ruhland (1878-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruhland' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:248101-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.