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Description
Rhynchospora Capillacea is a herbaceous species that belongs to the Cyperaceae family. It is commonly known as the hair-like beaksedge, slender beaksedge, or fine-leaves beaksedge. This plant is native to North and South America and can be found in wetland areas such as marshes, swamps, and bogs.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Monocotyledonae |
| Order | Poales |
| Family | Cyperaceae |
| Genus | Rhynchospora |
Appearance
Rhynchospora Capillacea has thin, hair-like leaves that can grow up to 50 cm in height. The stem is triangular and can be reddish-brown or green. The flowers are small and brown, and the fruit is a small nutlet. The plant is often mistaken for grasses due to its slender leaves, but it can be distinguished by its triangular stem.
Care Guide
Water
Rhynchospora Capillacea requires consistently moist soil, so it is important to keep the soil evenly moist. Avoid letting the soil dry out completely.
Fertilization
This plant does not require fertilizer.
Soil
Rhynchospora Capillacea thrives in well-draining soils that are rich in organic matter. A soil pH between 5.5 and 7.5 is ideal.
Sunlight
This plant prefers full sun to partial shade.
Hardiness Zones
Rhynchospora Capillacea can tolerate USDA hardiness zones 7 to 10.
Common Pests & Diseases
Rhynchospora Capillacea is generally not susceptible to any major pests or diseases.
Habitat
Rhynchospora Capillacea is native to North and South America and can be found in wetland areas such as marshes, swamps, and bogs. It is often used in wetland restoration projects due to its ability to tolerate wet soil conditions.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Rhynchospora Capillacea a good plant for wetland restoration projects?
A: Yes, Rhynchospora Capillacea is often used in wetland restoration projects due to its ability to tolerate wet soil conditions.
Q: Does Rhynchospora Capillacea require fertilizer?
A: No, this plant does not require fertilizer.
Q: What is the ideal soil pH for Rhynchospora Capillacea?
A: A soil pH between 5.5 and 7.5 is ideal for this plant.
Q: What are some common names for Rhynchospora Capillacea?
A: Some common names for this plant include hair-like beaksedge, slender beaksedge, and fine-leaves beaksedge.
Related Plants
- Rhynchospora colorata
- Rhynchospora corniculata
- Rhynchospora tenuis
- Rhynchospora alba
References
- USDA Plants Database: Rhynchospora Capillacea
- University of Florida IFAS Extension: Rhynchospora Capillacea
- Illinois Wildflowers: Rhynchospora Capillacea
