Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
spiralis
ID:
460132

Status:
valid

Authors:
Meney & K.W.Dixon

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Telopea 6: 656 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000459464



Common Names

  • Lepidobolus spiralis
  • Hairy-fruit Spinifex
  • Hairy Spinifex


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Description

Lepidobolus spiralis (also called Spiral Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial grass that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Australia and is often found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidobolus spiralis is an ornamental plant that is often used in landscaping. It is also used as a groundcover and to provide shade in hot climates.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepidobolus spiralis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single, long, thin leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidobolus spiralis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the spring. Division should be done in the spring or summer. The plant should be grown in moist, well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position.

Where to Find Lepidobolus spiralis

Lepidobolus spiralis is native to the tropical regions of South America, particularly in Colombia and Ecuador.

Lepidobolus spiralis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidobolus spiralis?

Lepidobolus spiralis

What is the common name of Lepidobolus spiralis?

Spiral-leaved lepidobolus

What is the natural habitat of Lepidobolus spiralis?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Restionaceae family

Alexgeorgea ganopoda, 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-252129: Based on the initial data import
Kingsley Wayne Dixon (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.W.Dixon' in the authors string.
Kathy A. Meney: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meney' in the authors string.