Lepyrodia drummondiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
drummondiana
ID:
461344
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steud.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1855
Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl. Glumac. 2: 248 (1855)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000460676
Common Names
- Drummond's Rush
- Drummond's Water-mat
- Drummond's Water-starwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lepyrodia drummondiana (also called Drummond's Water-Starwort, among many other common names) is an aquatic plant that is native to Australia. It grows in shallow water, and is typically found in ponds, lakes, and slow-moving streams. It has bright green, star-shaped leaves that are divided into several lobes, and small white or yellow flowers that bloom in the spring.
Uses & Benefits
Lepyrodia drummondiana is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for some animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lepyrodia drummondiana is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Lepyrodia drummondiana is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is hardy in USDA zones 4-9 and prefers full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in early spring or late summer.
Where to Find Lepyrodia drummondiana
Lepyrodia drummondiana can be found in the wetter areas of Australia.
Lepyrodia drummondiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lepyrodia drummondiana?
Lepyrodia drummondiana
What type of plant is Lepyrodia drummondiana?
Herbaceous perennial
Where does Lepyrodia drummondiana grow?
It grows in moist, shady areas in Europe and Asia
Species in the Lepyrodia genus
Lepyrodia anarthria, Lepyrodia drummondiana, Lepyrodia flexuosa, Lepyrodia glauca, Lepyrodia heleocharoides, Lepyrodia hermaphrodita, Lepyrodia leptocaulis, Lepyrodia macra, Lepyrodia monoica, Lepyrodia muelleri, Lepyrodia muirii, Lepyrodia scariosa, Lepyrodia valliculae, Lepyrodia riparia, Lepyrodia fortunata, Lepyrodia porterae, Lepyrodia extensa, Lepyrodia curvescens, Lepyrodia imitans, Lepyrodia verruculosa, Lepyrodia oligocolea, Lepyrodia cryptica,
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-252359: Based on the initial data import
Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.