Status:
valid
Authors:
(Guillaumin) H.Turner
Source:
cmp
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Blumea, Suppl. 9: 200 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000550716
Common Names
- Arytera neoebudensis
- New Ebudan Arytera
- Neoebudan Arytera
Synonyms
- Cupaniopsis neoebudensis Guillaumin [unknown]
Description
Arytera neoebudensis (also called 'New Eubud 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 neoebudensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arytera neoebudensis has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arytera neoebudensis 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 neoebudensis
Arytera neoebudensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.
Arytera neoebudensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arytera neoebudensis?
Arytera neoebudensis
What is the family of Arytera neoebudensis?
Cyperaceae
What is the common name of Arytera neoebudensis?
New Ebudae sedge
Species in the Arytera genus
Arytera arcuata,
Arytera bifoliata,
Arytera bifoliolata,
Arytera brachyphylla,
Arytera brackenridgei,
Arytera chartacea,
Arytera collina,
Arytera densiflora,
Arytera dictyoneura,
Arytera distylis,
Arytera divaricata,
Arytera foveolata,
Arytera gracilipes,
Arytera lautereriana,
Arytera lepidota,
Arytera lineosquamulata,
Arytera littoralis,
Arytera microphylla,
Arytera miniata,
Arytera morobeana,
Arytera multijuga,
Arytera musca,
Arytera nekorensis,
Arytera neoebudensis,
Arytera novaebrittanniae,
Arytera pauciflora,
Arytera pseudofoveolata,
Species in the Sapindaceae family