Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
tuberculatus
ID:
513600

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pillans

Source:
wcs

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bolus Herb. 3: 146 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000512932



Common Names

  • Tuberculatus Restio
  • Common Reed
  • Reed Grass


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Synonyms

  • Leptocarpus divaricatus Mast. [unknown]

Description

Restio tuberculatus (also called Tubercled Restio, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant native to South Africa. It grows in moist areas, such as wetlands, marshes, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Restio tuberculatus is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak. It is also used for its wood, which is used for fuel and building material.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Restio tuberculatus has small, greenish-brown flowers that are clustered in groups of three to five. Seed: The seeds of Restio tuberculatus are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. Seedlings: Restio tuberculatus seedlings are small and slender, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Restio tuberculatus is a hardy, drought-tolerant shrub that can be grown in a wide range of soils. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in a well-drained seedbed and lightly covered with soil. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood growth and placed in a well-drained rooting medium. Once established, Restio tuberculatus requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Restio tuberculatus

Restio tuberculatus is native to South Africa, and can be found in moist, sandy soils in open woodlands and savannas. It is also found in parts of Namibia and Botswana.

Restio tuberculatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Restio tuberculatus?

Restio tuberculatus

What is the common name of Restio tuberculatus?

Tufted restio

What is the natural habitat of Restio tuberculatus?

Fynbos, grasslands, and wetlands

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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