Oxychloe bisexualis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kuntze
Source:
iopi
Year:
1898
Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 3(2): 321 (1898)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000778242
Common Names
- Oxychloe bisexualis
- Bisexual Oxychloe
- Bisexualis Oxychloe
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Oxychloe bisexualis (also called Bisexual Water-moss, among many other common names) is a species of aquatic plant native to South America. It has a creeping rhizome and long, slender stems with small, ovate leaves. It grows in shallow water, often in slow-moving streams or ponds.
Uses & Benefits
Oxychloe bisexualis is a species of aquatic plant in the family Juncaceae. It is used as an ornamental plant in ponds and aquariums, and is also used to help filter water.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oxychloe bisexualis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single seed per flower. The seedlings have a single, upright leaf and a short stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Oxychloe bisexualis can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be grown in containers and requires regular watering.
Where to Find Oxychloe bisexualis
Oxychloe bisexualis can be found in the Andes mountains of South America.
Oxychloe bisexualis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxychloe bisexualis?
Oxychloe bisexualis
What is the common name of Oxychloe bisexualis?
Bisexual Water-starwort
What type of plant is Oxychloe bisexualis?
Perennial herb
Species in the Oxychloe 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
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:178725-2: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.