Rhysotoechia elongata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elongata
ID:
464569
Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 56: 291 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000463901
Common Names
- Rhysotoechia elongata
- Elongate Rush
- Giant Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhysotoechia elongata (also called Elongate Rhysotoechia, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to the Himalayan region. It has long, thin, linear leaves and produces small clusters of white flowers. It is found in moist, shady locations, such as along streams and in woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Rhysotoechia elongata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for bees and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhysotoechia elongata has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in small clusters. The flowers are followed by small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhysotoechia elongata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer and keep the soil moist until the plants are established. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plants should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in the desired location.
Where to Find Rhysotoechia elongata
Rhysotoechia elongata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South Asia, Southeast Asia, and Oceania.
Rhysotoechia elongata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhysotoechia elongata?
Rhysotoechia elongata
What is the common name of Rhysotoechia elongata?
Elongated Rhysotoechia
What is the natural habitat of Rhysotoechia elongata?
Tropical rainforests of South and Southeast Asia
Species in the Rhysotoechia genus
Rhysotoechia obtusa, Rhysotoechia ramiflora, Rhysotoechia robertsonii, Rhysotoechia momiensis, Rhysotoechia multiscapa, Rhysotoechia etmanii, Rhysotoechia applanata, Rhysotoechia bifoliolata, Rhysotoechia bilocularis, Rhysotoechia congesta, Rhysotoechia elongata, Rhysotoechia flavescens, Rhysotoechia florulenta, Rhysotoechia gracilipes, Rhysotoechia grandifolia, Rhysotoechia koordersii, Rhysotoechia longipaniculata, Rhysotoechia mortoniana, Rhysotoechia welzeniana,
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:784553-1: Based on the initial data import