Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
confusus
ID:
512802

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pillans

Source:
wcs

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 18: 103 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000512134



Common Names

  • Restio Confusus
  • Confusus Restio
  • Restio of Confu


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Description

Restio confusus (also called confused restio, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Restionaceae family. It is native to South Africa. It grows in open areas, roadsides, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Restio confusus is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its attractive foliage and yellow flowers. It is also used as a natural air purifier, as it absorbs pollutants from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Restio confusus is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a light brown color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Restio confusus is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 14 feet tall and wide. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium.

Where to Find Restio confusus

Restio confusus is native to South Africa and can be found in moist forests and along streams, often in areas with full sun.

Restio confusus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Restio confusus?

Restio confusus

What is the family of Restio confusus?

Restionaceae

What is the natural habitat of Restio confusus?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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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