Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
flexuosa
ID:
461362

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) L.A.S.Johnson & O.D.Evans

Source:
wcs

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Contr. New South Wales Natl. Herb. 3: 224 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000460694



Common Names

  • Flexuous Rush
  • Flexuous Water-mat
  • Flexuous Water-starwort


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Description

Lepyrodia flexuosa (also called 'Flexuous Water-starwort', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has yellow flowers with five petals and numerous stamens. It is native to Australia and grows in wetland areas, swamps and other watery habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lepyrodia flexuosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover in areas where it can spread.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepyrodia flexuosa is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepyrodia flexuosa is a perennial plant that is native to Australia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some shade but will not flower as profusely. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Lepyrodia flexuosa

Lepyrodia flexuosa can be found in the wetter areas of Australia.

Lepyrodia flexuosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepyrodia flexuosa?

Lepyrodia flexuosa

What type of plant is Lepyrodia flexuosa?

Herbaceous perennial

Where does Lepyrodia flexuosa grow?

It grows in moist, shady areas in Europe and Asia

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-252361: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Lawrence Alexander Sidney Johnson (1925-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.A.S.Johnson' in the authors string.
Obed David Evans (1889-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.D.Evans' in the authors string.