Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
bifarius
ID:
512376

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mast.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 10: 278 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511708



Common Names

  • Two-Forked Restio
  • Bifarious Restio
  • Two-Forked Rush


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Description

Restio bifarius (also called Two-leaved Restio, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in moist, well-drained soils in open grasslands and scrublands. It is also found in coastal dunes and wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Restio bifarius is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Restio bifarius are small and yellow-green in color. The seeds are small and winged, and the seedlings are slender and conical in shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Restio bifarius is a perennial grass-like plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. Divide the plant into several sections and replant each section in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Restio bifarius

Restio bifarius can be found in the temperate and subtropical regions of South Africa.

Restio bifarius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Restio bifarius?

Restio bifarius

What is the common name of Restio bifarius?

Restio

What is the family of Restio bifarius?

Restionaceae

Species in the Restio genus

Restio acockii, Restio alticola, Restio arcuatus, Restio aridus, Restio aureolus, Restio bifarius, Restio bifidus, Restio bifurcus, Restio bolusii, Restio brachiatus, Restio brunneus, Restio burchellii, Restio capillaris, Restio cincinnatus, Restio coactilis, Restio colliculospermus, Restio communis, Restio confusus, Restio corneolus, Restio curviramis, Restio cymosus, Restio debilis, Restio decipiens, Restio degenerans, Restio dispar, Restio distans, Restio distichus, Restio distractus, Restio dodii, Restio duthieae, Restio echinatus, Restio egregius, Restio ejuncidus, Restio eleocharis, Restio esterhuyseniae, Restio exilis, Restio festuciformis, Restio filicaulis, Restio filiformis, Restio fourcadei, Restio fragilis, Restio fraternus, Restio fuscidulus, Restio fusiformis, Restio gaudichaudianus, Restio gossypinus, Restio harveyi, Restio helenae, Restio hystrix, Restio implicatus,

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,

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