Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
scariosa
ID:
461469

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 248 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000460801



Common Names

  • Scariosa Rush
  • Scariosa Water-Rush
  • Scariosa Joint-Rush


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Description

Lepyrodia scariosa (also called Scariose Water-buttons, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small, white flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in wetter areas, such as swamps, floodplains, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Lepyrodia scariosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepyrodia scariosa is yellow with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny achene. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepyrodia scariosa is a species of grass that is native to Australia. It can be propagated by seed or by division. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly. When propagating by division, the clumps should be divided into sections with at least two growth points. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Lepyrodia scariosa

Lepyrodia scariosa can be found in Australia.

Lepyrodia scariosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepyrodia scariosa?

Lepyrodia scariosa

What is the common name of Lepyrodia scariosa?

Scariose Rush

What is the habitat of Lepyrodia scariosa?

Wetlands, swamps, and marshes

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-252373: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.