Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
distylis
ID:
551356

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 9: 553 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000550688



Common Names

  • Arytera distylis
  • Two-styled Arytera
  • Distylous Arytera


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Synonyms

  • Nephelium distyle F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Ratonia distylis F.Muell. ex Benth. [unknown]

Description

Arytera distylis (also called 'Two-Styled Spike-Rush', among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant native to Australia, New Zealand, and New Guinea. It has long, thin leaves and a creeping rhizome. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as along streams and in wet forests.

Uses & Benefits

Arytera distylis is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber. The timber is used to make furniture and other wood products. The leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arytera distylis has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arytera distylis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Arytera distylis

Arytera distylis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Arytera distylis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arytera distylis?

Arytera distylis

What is the family of Arytera distylis?

Cyperaceae

What is the common name of Arytera distylis?

Two-stalked sedge

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References