Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
littoralis
ID:
551371

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
cmp

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Rumphia 3: 170 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000550703



Common Names

  • Arytera littoralis
  • Littoral Arytera
  • Seashore Arytera


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Synonyms

  • Zygolepis rufescens Turcz. [unknown]
  • Ratonia rufescens Fern.-Vill. [unknown]
  • Ratonia littoralis Teijsm. & Binn. [unknown]
  • Ratonia zygolepis Turcz. [unknown]
  • Arytera angustifolia Radlk. [unknown]
  • Arytera geminata Radlk. [unknown]
  • Arytera gigantosperma Radlk. [unknown]
  • Arytera rufescens Radlk. [unknown]
  • Arytera xerocarpa (Blume) Adelb. [unknown]
  • Euphoria xerocarpa Blume [unknown]
  • Guioa geminata K.Schum. & Lauterb. [unknown]

Description

Arytera littoralis (also called 'Littoral 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 littoralis 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 littoralis has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arytera littoralis is a perennial herb that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is a low-growing plant that can reach a height of up to 1 m (3 ft). It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps. It can also be propagated from cuttings.

Where to Find Arytera littoralis

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

Arytera littoralis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arytera littoralis?

Arytera littoralis

What is the family of Arytera littoralis?

Cyperaceae

What is the common name of Arytera littoralis?

Littoral sedge

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References