Adenarake muriculata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Maguire & Wurdack
Source:
cmp
Year:
1961
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 10(4): 15 (1961)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000519896
Common Names
- Adenarake muriculata
- Muriculate Adenarake
- Adenarake Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Adenarake muriculata (also called Muriculate Beakrush, among many other common names) is a perennial sedge native to the southeastern United States. It grows in wet meadows, marshes, and other wet habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Adenarake muriculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and can be used as a hedge or windbreak. The flowers are attractive to bees and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adenarake muriculata has yellow flowers that are clustered in small heads. The seed is a small, hard, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, with narrow leaves and a single stem.
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Adenarake muriculata is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows to about 1m in height and spread. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and is drought and frost tolerant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny position. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood in late summer or autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.
Where to Find Adenarake muriculata
Adenarake muriculata can be found in south-western Australia, from the Stirling Range to Israelite Bay.
Adenarake muriculata FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Adenarake muriculata?
Adenarake muriculata is found in the south-west of Western Australia, in areas with sandy soils and low rainfall.
What is the average height of Adenarake muriculata?
Adenarake muriculata typically grows to a height of 1-2 metres.
What is the lifespan of Adenarake muriculata?
Adenarake muriculata has a lifespan of up to 20 years.
Species in the Adenarake genus
Species in the Ochnaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2621390: Based on the initial data import
John Julius Wurdack (1921-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wurdack' in the authors string.
Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.