Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Icacinales
Species:
rotundatum
ID:
406739

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Schellenb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 58: 172 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000406071



Common Names

  • Ryticaryum rotundatum
  • Ryticaryum
  • Rotundatum


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Description

Ryticaryum rotundatum (also called Round Spikerush, among many other common names) is a species of sedge native to North America. It is a perennial grass-like plant with a tuft of narrow, linear leaves and small, white flowers. It typically grows in wet soils, such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Ryticaryum rotundatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ryticaryum rotundatum are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ryticaryum rotundatum is a perennial grass that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in spring or autumn and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. The soil should be kept moist until the divisions have established.

Where to Find Ryticaryum rotundatum

Ryticaryum rotundatum is native to Australia and is found in moist, tropical climates.

Ryticaryum rotundatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ryticaryum rotundatum?

Ryticaryum rotundatum

Where is Ryticaryum rotundatum found?

Ryticaryum rotundatum is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and South America.

What is the growth habit of Ryticaryum rotundatum?

Ryticaryum rotundatum is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a spreading or upright growth habit.

Species in the Icacinaceae family

Alsodeiopsis chippii, Alsodeiopsis mannii, Alsodeiopsis poggei, Alsodeiopsis rowlandii, Alsodeiopsis schumannii, Alsodeiopsis staudtii, Alsodeiopsis tessmannii, Alsodeiopsis zenkeri, Calatola costaricensis, Calatola laevigata, Calatola mollis, Calatola pastazana, Calatola uxpanapensis, Calatola microcarpa, Casimirella ampla, Casimirella beckii, Casimirella crispula, Casimirella diversifolia, Casimirella guaranitica, Casimirella lanata, Casimirella rupestris, Cassinopsis chapelieri, Cassinopsis ciliata, Cassinopsis ilicifolia, Cassinopsis madagascariensis, Cassinopsis tinifolia, Cassinopsis tomentosa, Desmostachys longipes, Desmostachys oblongifolia, Desmostachys planchonianus, Desmostachys tenuifolius, Desmostachys vogelii, Emmotum harleyi, Emmotum acuminatum, Emmotum affine, Emmotum celiae, Emmotum conjunctum, Emmotum fagifolium, Emmotum floribundum, Emmotum fulvum, Emmotum glabrum, Emmotum nitens, Emmotum orbiculatum, Emmotum yapacanum, Emmotum amazonicum, Hosiea japonica, Hosiea sinensis, Icacina claessensii, Icacina guessfeldtii, Icacina mannii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2428697: Based on the initial data import
Gustav Schellenberg (1882-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Schellenb.' in the authors string.