Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
stelligera
ID:
464463

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.S.Cowan) R.S.Cowan

Source:
cmp

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 10(2): 27 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000463795



Common Names

  • Raveniopsis
  • Reed
  • Reedgrass


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Synonyms

  • Raveniopsis liesneri Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Raveniopsis stelligera plicata R.S.Cowan [unknown]
  • Galipea stelligera R.S.Cowan [unknown]

Description

Raveniopsis stelligera (also called Star-Shaped Raveniopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial plant of the family Cyperaceae. It has small green flowers, and its native regions are tropical and subtropical Asia, Africa, and Australia. It is found in wet places and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Raveniopsis stelligera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Raveniopsis stelligera has small, yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have a single seed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Raveniopsis stelligera is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It is best grown in a sheltered position and can be pruned back in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Raveniopsis stelligera

Raveniopsis stelligera can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.

Raveniopsis stelligera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Raveniopsis stelligera?

Raveniopsis stelligera

What is the family of Raveniopsis stelligera?

Poaceae

What is the common name of Raveniopsis stelligera?

Star-spiked Ravenna Grass

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