Status:
valid
Authors:
R.S.Cowan
Source:
cmp
Year:
1960
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 10(2): 25 (1960)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000463798
Description
Raveniopsis trifoliolata (also called Three-Leaved 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 trifoliolata 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 trifoliolata has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seed is small and black, and its seedlings are small and green with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Raveniopsis trifoliolata 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 trifoliolata
Raveniopsis trifoliolata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Raveniopsis trifoliolata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Raveniopsis trifoliolata?
Raveniopsis trifoliolata
What is the family of Raveniopsis trifoliolata?
Poaceae
What is the common name of Raveniopsis trifoliolata?
Three-leaved 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,