Oxychloe mendocina - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Barros
Source:
iopi
Year:
1957
Citation Micro:
Lilloa 28: 282 (1957)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000778248
Common Names
- Oxychloe mendocina
- Mendoza Oxychloe
- Mendocina Oxychloe
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Oxychloe mendocina (also called Mendoza 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 mendocina is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oxychloe mendocina 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 mendocina is a perennial grass that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate drought and frost. It requires regular watering and fertilizing to maintain its health.
Where to Find Oxychloe mendocina
Oxychloe mendocina can be found in the Andes mountains of South America.
Oxychloe mendocina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxychloe mendocina?
Oxychloe mendocina
What is the common name of Oxychloe mendocina?
Mendoza's Rush
What is the natural habitat of Oxychloe mendocina?
Muddy shores of ponds, streams, and lakes
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
Manuel Barros (1880-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barros' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:178729-2: ased on the WCVP April 2023 data release.