Raveniopsis steyermarkii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
steyermarkii
ID:
464464
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.S.Cowan
Source:
cmp
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 14(3): 12 (1967)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000463796
Common Names
- Raveniopsis
- Reed
- Reedgrass
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Raveniopsis steyermarkii (also called Steyermark's 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 steyermarkii 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 steyermarkii 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Raveniopsis steyermarkii 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 steyermarkii
Raveniopsis steyermarkii can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.
Raveniopsis steyermarkii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Raveniopsis steyermarkii?
Raveniopsis steyermarkii
What is the family of Raveniopsis steyermarkii?
Poaceae
What is the common name of Raveniopsis steyermarkii?
Steyermark's Ravenna Grass
Species in the Raveniopsis genus
Raveniopsis ruellioides, Raveniopsis stelligera, Raveniopsis steyermarkii, Raveniopsis tomentosa, Raveniopsis trifoliolata, Raveniopsis peduncularis, Raveniopsis sericea, Raveniopsis fraterna, Raveniopsis abyssicola, Raveniopsis aracaensis, Raveniopsis breweri, Raveniopsis campinicola, Raveniopsis cowaniana, Raveniopsis jauaensis, Raveniopsis linearis, Raveniopsis necopinata, Raveniopsis nubicola, Raveniopsis paruana, Raveniopsis capitata,
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-2527483: Based on the initial data import
Richard Sumner Cowan (1921-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Cowan' in the authors string.