Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spicata
ID:
464903

Status:
valid

Authors:
Haye in Pulle

Source:
cmp

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Recueil Trav. Bot. Néerl. 30: 182 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000464235



Common Names

  • Rauia spicata
  • Spicate Rauia
  • Spicate Wiregrass
  • Spicate Rush


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Description

Rauia spicata (also called Spiked Rauia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, and is found in wetland and riparian habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Rauia spicata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a groundcover in areas with moist soil. It has a high tolerance for wet conditions and can be used to control erosion in wet areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rauia spicata has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rauia spicata is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, Rauia spicata is a low-maintenance plant.

Where to Find Rauia spicata

Rauia spicata can be found in tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands.

Rauia spicata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rauia spicata?

Rauia spicata

What is the common name of Rauia spicata?

Spiked Rauia

What is the typical growth habit of Rauia spicata?

It is a clump-forming, evergreen perennial grass that typically grows to 6-12” tall

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2528170: Based on the initial data import
August Adriaan Pulle (1878-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pulle' in the authors string.
Anna M. Haye: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Haye' in the authors string.