Status:
valid
Authors:
(Steud.) J.Kern
Source:
tro
Year:
1958
Citation Micro:
Blumea 9(1): 234 1958
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001302353
Common Names
- Costularia pilisepla
- Hairy-sepal Costularia
- Hairy-sepal Costularia Plant
Description
Costularia pilisepla (also called Hairy-seeded Costularia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows in clumps. It has narrow, grass-like leaves and small, inconspicuous flowers. It is native to South America and is found in moist meadows, woodlands, and along streams and lakes.
Uses & Benefits
Costularia pilisepla is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control. It has a high tolerance for drought and can be used in xeriscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Costularia pilisepla is a small, yellowish-green spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, grass-like plants with long, thin leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Costularia pilisepla is a small shrub that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a warm, moist environment until rooted.
Where to Find Costularia pilisepla
Costularia pilisepla is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, and the Americas. It is commonly found in wetland habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and riverbanks.
Costularia pilisepla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Costularia pilisepla?
Costularia pilisepla
What is the common name of Costularia pilisepla?
Hairy Costularia
What is the natural habitat of Costularia pilisepla?
It is found in wet forests, swamps, and along streams in tropical and subtropical regions
Species in the Costularia genus
Costularia brevifolia,
Costularia humbertii,
Costularia laxa,
Costularia leucocarpa,
Costularia melicoides,
Costularia melleri,
Costularia microcarpa,
Costularia natalensis,
Costularia pantopoda,
Costularia purpurea,
Costularia pilisepla,
Costularia xipholepis,
Costularia melleri,
Costularia itremoensis,
Costularia robusta,
Costularia cadetii,
Costularia andringitrensis,
Species in the Cyperaceae family
Abildgaardia mexicana,
Abildgaardia ovata,
Abildgaardia schoenoides,
Abildgaardia triflora,
Abildgaardia oxystachya,
Abildgaardia odontocarpa,
Abildgaardia macrantha,
Abildgaardia fusiformis,
Abildgaardia pachyptera,
Actinoschoenus repens,
Actinoschoenus yunnanensis,
Actinoschoenus aphyllus,
Actinoscirpus grossus,
Afrotrilepis jaegeri,
Afrotrilepis pilosa,
Amphiscirpus nevadensis,
Arthrostylis aphylla,
Arthrostylis planiculmis,
Becquerelia clarkei,
Becquerelia cymosa,
Becquerelia discolor,
Becquerelia merkeliana,
Becquerelia muricata,
Becquerelia tuberculata,
Bisboeckelera irrigua,
Bisboeckelera longifolia,
Bisboeckelera microcephala,
Bisboeckelera vinacea,
Blysmus compressus,
Blysmus mongolicola,
Blysmus rufus,
Blysmus sinocompressus,
Bolboschoenoplectus mariqueter,
Bolboschoenus caldwellii,
Bolboschoenus capensis,
Bolboschoenus fluviatilis,
Bolboschoenus glaucus,
Bolboschoenus grandispicus,
Bolboschoenus laticarpus,
Bolboschoenus maritimus,
Bolboschoenus medianus,
Bolboschoenus nobilis,
Bolboschoenus novae-angliae,
Bolboschoenus planiculmis,
Bolboschoenus robustus,
Bolboschoenus schmidii,
Bolboschoenus stagnicola,
Bolboschoenus yagara,
Bolboschoenus koshevnikovii,
Bolboschoenus biconcavus,