Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
ellipticus
ID:
571453

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pillans

Source:
wcs

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Trans. Roy. Soc. South Africa 16: 368 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000570785



Common Names

  • Thamnochortus ellipticus
  • Elliptic Thamnochortus
  • Thamnochortus
  • Elliptic Thamnochortus


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Description

Thamnochortus ellipticus (also called Evergreen Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to South Africa. It grows in moist soils in grassland and savanna habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Thamnochortus ellipticus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is drought-tolerant and can be used to create a low-maintenance landscape. The plant has a long flowering season and produces bright yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thamnochortus ellipticus 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 ellipticus is a small, evergreen, perennial grass that grows in clumps. It is native to South Africa and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps.

Where to Find Thamnochortus ellipticus

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

Thamnochortus ellipticus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thamnochortus ellipticus?

Thamnochortus ellipticus

What is the common name of Thamnochortus ellipticus?

Elliptic Rush

What is the natural habitat of Thamnochortus ellipticus?

It is found in wetland areas, such as marshes, swamps, and bogs

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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