Status:
valid
Authors:
K.W.Dixon & B.G.Briggs
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Telopea 14: 30 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336942
Common Names
- Lepidobolus Eurardyensis
- Eurardyensis
- Lepidobolus
Description
Lepidobolus eurardyensis (also called Lepidobolus, among many other common names) is a grass that is native to Australia. It typically grows up to 1.5 meters tall and prefers to grow in dry, sandy areas.
Uses & Benefits
Lepidobolus eurardyensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lepidobolus eurardyensis has small yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lepidobolus eurardyensis is an aquatic plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It prefers a well-drained, nutrient-rich soil in a bright, sunny spot. Propagation is usually done by division of the mature plants. The divisions should be planted in a pot containing a mixture of peat moss and sand.
Where to Find Lepidobolus eurardyensis
Lepidobolus eurardyensis is native to India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. It can be found in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.
Lepidobolus eurardyensis FAQ
What are the growing conditions for Lepidobolus eurardyensis?
Lepidobolus eurardyensis prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.
What are the blooming times for Lepidobolus eurardyensis?
Lepidobolus eurardyensis blooms in late spring and early summer.
What is the average size of Lepidobolus eurardyensis?
Lepidobolus eurardyensis typically grows to be 1-2 feet tall and wide.
Species in the Lepidobolus genus
Species in the Restionaceae family
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Alexgeorgea nitens,
Alexgeorgea subterranea,
Anarthria gracilis,
Anarthria humilis,
Anarthria laevis,
Anarthria polyphylla,
Anarthria prolifera,
Anarthria scabra,
Anthochortus capensis,
Anthochortus crinalis,
Anthochortus ecklonii,
Anthochortus graminifolius,
Anthochortus insignis,
Anthochortus laxiflorus,
Anthochortus singularis,
Aphelia brizula,
Aphelia cyperoides,
Aphelia drummondii,
Aphelia gracilis,
Aphelia nutans,
Aphelia pumilio,
Apodasmia brownii,
Apodasmia chilensis,
Apodasmia similis,
Apodasmia ceramophila,
Askidiosperma alboaristatum,
Askidiosperma alticola,
Askidiosperma andreaeanum,
Askidiosperma capitatum,
Askidiosperma chartaceum,
Askidiosperma delicatulum,
Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae,
Askidiosperma insigne,
Askidiosperma longiflorum,
Askidiosperma nitidum,
Askidiosperma paniculatum,
Askidiosperma rugosum,
Askidiosperma alticolum,
Baloskion australe,
Baloskion fimbriatum,
Baloskion gracile,
Baloskion longipes,
Baloskion pallens,
Baloskion stenocoleum,
Baloskion tenuiculme,
Baloskion tetraphyllum,
Calorophus elongatus,
Calorophus erostris,
Cannomois aristata,