Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
fimbriata
ID:
342766

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Poepp.) I.M.Johnst.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. , n.s., 85: 28 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000342098



Common Names

  • Bipinnula fimbriata
  • Fringed Grass
  • Fringed Rush


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Synonyms

  • Bipinnula mystacina Lindl. [unknown]
  • Jouyella fimbriata (Poepp.) Szlach. & Marg. [unknown]
  • Chloraea fimbriata Poepp. [unknown]

Description

Bipinnula fimbriata (also called Fringed Beak-sedge, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like sedge, growing up to 0.3 m tall. It is native to Australia, New Zealand, and New Guinea, and is found in wet areas, such as swamps, bogs, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Bipinnula fimbriata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bipinnula fimbriata has small, white flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a hairy texture. The seedlings are small and have a tuft of white hairs at the base of the stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bipinnula fimbriata is a perennial grass that is native to South America. It is easy to propagate and cultivate, and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and frost. It can be propagated by seed or division. It can be mowed to keep it neat and tidy.

Where to Find Bipinnula fimbriata

Bipinnula fimbriata is native to South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Bipinnula fimbriata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bipinnula fimbriata?

Bipinnula fimbriata

What type of plant is Bipinnula fimbriata?

Grass

Where is Bipinnula fimbriata found?

Bipinnula fimbriata is found in South America.

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-22230: Based on the initial data import
Eduard Friedrich Poeppig (1798-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poepp.' in the authors string.
Ivan Murray Johnston (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Johnst.' in the authors string.