Roucheria monsalveae - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.H.Gentry
Source:
ksu
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 75: 1433 (1988 publ. 1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000405956
Common Names
- Roucheria Monsalveae
- Monsalve's Roucheria
- Monsalve's Roucheria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Roucheria monsalveae (also called Monsalve's spikerush, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant that grows to a height of up to 8 inches. It has thin, grass-like leaves and small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. It is native to the United States and Canada and is commonly found in wet meadows, marshes, and along the edges of ponds and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Roucheria monsalveae is used in aquariums as an ornamental plant. It is also used to improve water quality by absorbing excess nutrients and providing oxygen to the water.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Roucheria monsalveae has small, white flowers and small, round seeds. The seedlings are small and have a long, thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Roucheria monsalveae is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is easy to propagate from seed or division. It prefers moist soils and can tolerate some flooding. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best to fertilize the soil with a slow-release fertilizer before planting. Once established, it requires minimal maintenance and can be propagated by dividing the clumps in the spring.
Where to Find Roucheria monsalveae
Roucheria monsalveae is a species of plant native to South America.
Roucheria monsalveae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Roucheria monsalveae?
Roucheria monsalveae
What is the common name of Roucheria monsalveae?
Monsalveae Roucheria
What is the optimal temperature for Roucheria monsalveae?
18-28°C
Species in the Roucheria genus
Species in the Linaceae family
Anisadenia pubescens, Anisadenia saxatilis, Hebepetalum neblinae, Hebepetalum roraimense, Hebepetalum humiriifolium, Hugonia afzelii, Hugonia belli, Hugonia castaneifolia, Hugonia costata, Hugonia couraiana, Hugonia deplanchei, Hugonia elliptica, Hugonia ferruginea, Hugonia foliosa, Hugonia gilletii, Hugonia gossweileri, Hugonia grandiflora, Hugonia jenkinsii, Hugonia latifolia, Hugonia lenormandii, Hugonia macrocarpa, Hugonia mayumbensis, Hugonia micans, Hugonia montana, Hugonia neocaledonica, Hugonia obtusifolia, Hugonia oreogena, Hugonia papillosa, Hugonia penicillanthemum, Hugonia planchonii, Hugonia platysepala, Hugonia poilanei, Hugonia racemosa, Hugonia rufopilis, Hugonia sapinii, Hugonia serrata, Hugonia talbotii, Hugonia tomentosa, Hugonia villosa, Hugonia brewerioides, Hugonia castanea, Hugonia sphaerocarpa, Hugonia coursiana, Hugonia johannensis, Hugonia longipes, Hugonia orientalis, Hugonia batesii, Hugonia gabunensis, Hugonia macrophylla, Hugonia spicata,
References
Alwyn Howard Gentry (1945-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.H.Gentry' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:937128-1: Based on the initial data import