Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
obscurus
ID:
513329

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pillans

Source:
wcs

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Trans. Roy. Soc. South Africa 29: 341 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000512661



Common Names

  • Obscure Restio
  • Obscure Reed
  • Obscure Rush


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Description

Restio obscurus (also called Obscure Restio, among many other common names) is a species of reed found in the temperate and subtropical regions of the world. It has a tall, green stem and small, reddish-brown flowers. It grows in wet, marshy areas and is typically found in the understory of the forest.

Uses & Benefits

Restio obscurus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a windbreak, and for its timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Restio obscurus is a small, yellowish-green flower head, which is surrounded by a ring of white bracts. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are thin, grass-like shoots.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Restio obscurus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 2m. It is hardy and drought tolerant, and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny position and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Water regularly and mulch to retain moisture.

Where to Find Restio obscurus

Restio obscurus can be found in South Africa, and is found in the fynbos and renosterveld vegetation types.

Restio obscurus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Restio obscurus?

Restio obscurus

What is the common name of Restio obscurus?

Obscure Reed

What is the natural habitat of Restio obscurus?

Moist areas, such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows

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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