Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
trifidus
ID:
1325484

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Záv. Drábk. & Kirschner

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Preslia 85: 499 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337938



Common Names

  • Oreojuncus trifidus
  • Three-Forked Oreojuncus
  • Three-Forked-Oreojuncus


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Description

Oreojuncus trifidus (also called 'Three-Fingered Reed', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Juncaceae. It is a perennial herb with stems up to 1 m tall. It is native to India, Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and China. It is found in wet meadows, marshes, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Oreojuncus trifidus is used as an ornamental plant in water gardens and ponds. It is also used as a food source for fish and other aquatic organisms.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oreojuncus trifidus is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oreojuncus trifidus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Oreojuncus trifidus

Oreojuncus trifidus is native to Europe and Asia.

Oreojuncus trifidus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oreojuncus trifidus?

Oreojuncus trifidus

What is the common name of Oreojuncus trifidus?

Three-flowered Rush

What is the natural habitat of Oreojuncus trifidus?

Mountain meadows and grasslands

Species in the Oreojuncus genus

Species in the Juncaceae family

Distichia acicularis, Distichia filamentosa, Distichia muscoides, Juncus maroccanus, Juncus acuminatus, Juncus acutiflorus, Juncus acutus, Juncus aemulans, Juncus alatus, Juncus alexandri, Juncus allioides, Juncus alpigenus, Juncus alpinoarticulatus, Juncus amabilis, Juncus amplifolius, Juncus amuricus, Juncus anatolicus, Juncus anceps, Juncus andersonii, Juncus antarcticus, Juncus anthelatus, Juncus arcticus, Juncus aridicola, Juncus articulatus, Juncus astreptus, Juncus atratus, Juncus australis, Juncus balticus, Juncus bassianus, Juncus benghalensis, Juncus beringensis, Juncus biflorus, Juncus biglumis, Juncus biglumoides, Juncus bolanderi, Juncus brachycarpus, Juncus brachycephalus, Juncus brachyphyllus, Juncus brachyspathus, Juncus brachystigma, Juncus brasiliensis, Juncus brevibracteus, Juncus breviculmis, Juncus breweri, Juncus bryoides, Juncus bryophilus, Juncus bufonius, Juncus bulbosus, Juncus burkartii, Juncus caesariensis,

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Jan Kirschner (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kirschner' in the authors string.
Lenka Záveská Drábková (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Záv. Drábk.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77135599-1: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.