Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
shaferi
ID:
464917

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Wilson

Source:
ksu

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 37: 437 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000464249



Common Names

  • Ravenia shaferi
  • Shafer's Ravenia
  • Shafer's Wiregrass
  • Shafer's Rush


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Synonyms

  • Ravenia shaferi ekmanii (Urb.) Borhidi & O.Muñiz [unknown]
  • Ravenia ekmanii Urb. [unknown]

Description

Ravenia shaferi (also called Shafer's Ravenia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It is found in moist, shady forests and along streams, where it grows in dense clumps.

Uses & Benefits

Ravenia shaferi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ravenia shaferi is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ravenia shaferi is a small, perennial grass native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is a low-growing grass that forms dense mats and can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray and can be used as a ground cover or in containers.

Where to Find Ravenia shaferi

Ravenia shaferi can be found in the Caribbean region, Central America, and South America.

Ravenia shaferi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ravenia shaferi?

Ravenia shaferi

What is the family of Ravenia shaferi?

Asteraceae

Where is Ravenia shaferi found?

Ravenia shaferi is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.

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,

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