Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tenuior
ID:
383340

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Flora 48: 183. 1865

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000382672



Common Names

  • Tenuior Brachycorythis
  • Umbrella Sedge
  • Papyrus Sedge


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Synonyms

  • Platanthera engleriana Rolfe [unknown]
  • Platanthera tenuior Schltr. [unknown]
  • Brachycorythis crassicornis Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Brachycorythis engleriana Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Brachycorythis rhomboglossa Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Brachycorythis sibangensis Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Brachycorythis soyauxiana Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Gyaladenia engleriana (Kraenzl.) Szlach. [unknown]
  • Gyaladenia rhomboglossa (Kraenzl.) Szlach. [unknown]
  • Gyaladenia tenuior (Rchb.f.) Szlach. [unknown]
  • Diplacorchis engleriana Schltr. [unknown]
  • Diplacorchis rhomboglossa Schltr. [unknown]
  • Diplacorchis tenuior Schltr. [unknown]
  • Habenaria tenuior N.E.Br. [unknown]

Description

Brachycorythis tenuior (also called Slender brachycorythis, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant that grows to a height of 1 m. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa and is found in moist, shady areas such as riverbanks and wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Brachycorythis tenuior is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used medicinally to treat skin ailments, fever, and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brachycorythis tenuior has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round in shape. The seedlings are short and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachycorythis tenuior is a perennial grass-like plant that is native to South Africa. It is a low-growing plant that spreads by rhizomes and produces small, yellow-green flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and can be propagated by division or seed. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10.

Where to Find Brachycorythis tenuior

Brachycorythis tenuior is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, including Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda. It is commonly found in wetland habitats such as marshes, swamps, and riverbanks.

Brachycorythis tenuior FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachycorythis tenuior?

Brachycorythis tenuior

What is the family of Brachycorythis tenuior?

Araceae

What is the common name of Brachycorythis tenuior?

Slender brachycorythis

Species in the Brachycorythis genus

Brachycorythis acuta, Brachycorythis angolensis, Brachycorythis basifoliata, Brachycorythis buchananii, Brachycorythis congoensis, Brachycorythis conica, Brachycorythis disoides, Brachycorythis friesii, Brachycorythis galeandra, Brachycorythis helferi, Brachycorythis henryi, Brachycorythis iantha, Brachycorythis inhambanensis, Brachycorythis kalbreyeri, Brachycorythis laotica, Brachycorythis lastii, Brachycorythis macowaniana, Brachycorythis macrantha, Brachycorythis mixta, Brachycorythis obcordata, Brachycorythis ovata, Brachycorythis paucifolia, Brachycorythis pilosa, Brachycorythis pleistophylla, Brachycorythis pubescens, Brachycorythis pumilio, Brachycorythis rhodostachys, Brachycorythis sceptrum, Brachycorythis splendida, Brachycorythis tanganyikensis, Brachycorythis tenuior, Brachycorythis thorelii, Brachycorythis velutina, Brachycorythis wightii, Brachycorythis neglecta, Brachycorythis peitawuensis, Brachycorythis youngii,

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,

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