Rhysotoechia gracilipes - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilipes
ID:
464573
Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 3(5): 347 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000463905
Common Names
- Rhysotoechia gracilipes
- Gracile-ped Rush
- Giant Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhysotoechia gracilipes (also called Slender-stalked 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 gracilipes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for bees and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhysotoechia gracilipes 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 gracilipes can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Rhysotoechia gracilipes
Rhysotoechia gracilipes can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.
Rhysotoechia gracilipes FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhysotoechia gracilipes?
Rhysotoechia gracilipes
What is the common name of Rhysotoechia gracilipes?
Graceful-footed Rhysotoechia
What is the natural habitat of Rhysotoechia gracilipes?
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:784555-1: Based on the initial data import