Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
codonostylis
ID:
348069

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 29: 319 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000347401



Common Names

  • Bocquillonia codonostylis
  • Codonostylis
  • Coddle-stem


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Synonyms

  • Ramelia codonostylis Baill. [unknown]
  • Cleidion platystigma Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Bocquillonia codonostylis (also called Codonostyle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb of the Cyperaceae family. It is native to South America, and is typically found in wet meadows, marshes, and along streams. It has a tufted habit, and its stems grow up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are linear, and its inflorescences are composed of several spikes.

Uses & Benefits

Bocquillonia codonostylis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bocquillonia codonostylis is a small, white spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are slender and have a single, thin leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bocquillonia codonostylis can be propagated by division or seed. Division should be done in early spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in early spring. The plant prefers moist soil and partial shade.

Where to Find Bocquillonia codonostylis

Bocquillonia codonostylis can be found in moist woods, meadows, and streambanks in South America.

Bocquillonia codonostylis FAQ

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What is the optimal growing environment for Bocquillonia codonostylis?

Bocquillonia codonostylis prefers moist, shady areas with partial sun and well-drained soil.

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-22728: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.