Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1921
Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 38(2): 114 (1921)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000382288
Common Names
- Brachycorythis sceptrum
- Sceptrum Brachycorythis
- Scepter Brachycorythis
Synonyms
- Afrorchis sceptrum (Schltr.) Szlach. [unknown]
- Diplacorchis ashantensis Summerh. [unknown]
Description
Brachycorythis sceptrum (also called Sceptre Brachycorythis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It grows in moist soils, such as wetlands, swamps, and marshes.
Uses & Benefits
Brachycorythis sceptrum is a plant native to South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brachycorythis sceptrum has small, yellowish-green flowers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brachycorythis sceptrum is a perennial grass-like plant that is easy to propagate. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in early spring. Division can also be done in early spring or autumn. The plant can also be propagated from cuttings.
Where to Find Brachycorythis sceptrum
Brachycorythis sceptrum is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.
Brachycorythis sceptrum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brachycorythis sceptrum?
Brachycorythis sceptrum
What is the family of Brachycorythis sceptrum?
Cyperaceae
What is the common name of Brachycorythis sceptrum?
Sceptrum Spike-rush
Species in the Brachycorythis genus
Brachycorythis acuta,
Brachycorythis angolensis,
Brachycorythis basifoliata,
Brachycorythis buchananii,
Brachycorythis congoensis,
Brachycorythis conica,
Brachycorythis disoides,
Brachycorythis friesii,
Brachycorythis galeandra,
Brachycorythis helferi,
Brachycorythis henryi,
Brachycorythis iantha,
Brachycorythis inhambanensis,
Brachycorythis kalbreyeri,
Brachycorythis laotica,
Brachycorythis lastii,
Brachycorythis macowaniana,
Brachycorythis macrantha,
Brachycorythis mixta,
Brachycorythis obcordata,
Brachycorythis ovata,
Brachycorythis paucifolia,
Brachycorythis pilosa,
Brachycorythis pleistophylla,
Brachycorythis pubescens,
Brachycorythis pumilio,
Brachycorythis rhodostachys,
Brachycorythis sceptrum,
Brachycorythis splendida,
Brachycorythis tanganyikensis,
Brachycorythis tenuior,
Brachycorythis thorelii,
Brachycorythis velutina,
Brachycorythis wightii,
Brachycorythis neglecta,
Brachycorythis peitawuensis,
Brachycorythis youngii,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,