Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
dumosus
ID:
571434

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mast.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Beibl. Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 66: 11 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000570766



Common Names

  • Thamnochortus dumosus
  • Bushy Rush
  • Bush Rush
  • Bushy Rush-grass


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Synonyms

  • Thamnochortus canescens Mast. [unknown]

Description

Thamnochortus dumosus (also called dumosus thamnochortus, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to tropical Africa. It has a spreading crown and grows up to 5 meters in height. It is found in tropical lowland and montane forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Thamnochortus dumosus is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thamnochortus dumosus has white, bell-shaped flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, thin leaves that are light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thamnochortus dumosus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Thamnochortus dumosus

Thamnochortus dumosus can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Thamnochortus dumosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thamnochortus dumosus?

Thamnochortus dumosus

What is the natural habitat of Thamnochortus dumosus?

Grasslands and open woodlands

What is the average height of Thamnochortus dumosus?

Up to 1.5 meters

Species in the Thamnochortus genus

Thamnochortus acuminatus, Thamnochortus amoena, Thamnochortus arenarius, Thamnochortus bachmannii, Thamnochortus cinereus, Thamnochortus dumosus, Thamnochortus ellipticus, Thamnochortus erectus, Thamnochortus fraternus, Thamnochortus fruticosus, Thamnochortus glaber, Thamnochortus gracilis, Thamnochortus guthrieae, Thamnochortus insignis, Thamnochortus karooica, Thamnochortus levynsiae, Thamnochortus lucens, Thamnochortus muirii, Thamnochortus nutans, Thamnochortus obtusus, Thamnochortus paniculatus, Thamnochortus papyraceus, Thamnochortus pellucidus, Thamnochortus platypteris, Thamnochortus pluristachyus, Thamnochortus pulcher, Thamnochortus punctatus, Thamnochortus rigidus, Thamnochortus scabridus, Thamnochortus schlechteri, Thamnochortus spicigerus, Thamnochortus sporadicus, Thamnochortus stokoei, Thamnochortus kammanassiae, Thamnochortus spiciger,

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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