Lepyrodia valliculae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
valliculae
ID:
461528
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.M.Black
Source:
wcs
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. Roy. Soc. South Australia 52: 225 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000460860
Common Names
- Vallicle Rush
- Vallicle Grass
- Vallicle Sedge
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Lepyrodia valliculae (also called Valley Wire-rush, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant that grows up to 1.2 m tall. It is native to Australia and New Zealand, and is found in wetland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Lepyrodia valliculae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases, wounds, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lepyrodia valliculae is yellow with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two to three leaves.
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Lepyrodia valliculae can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers and will self-seed in favorable conditions.
Where to Find Lepyrodia valliculae
Lepyrodia valliculae is found in wetland areas in the southern part of Australia.
Lepyrodia valliculae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lepyrodia valliculae?
Lepyrodia valliculae
What is the common name of Lepyrodia valliculae?
Valley Grass-buttercup
What is the natural habitat of Lepyrodia valliculae?
Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands
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-252380: Based on the initial data import
John McConnell Black (1855-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Black' in the authors string.