Scirpus ternatus
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Basic Information
Family: Cyperaceae
Genus: scirpus
Plant ID (slug): scirpus-ternatus
Numeric ID: 25625
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Scirpus ternatus is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Wind. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist or wet soil and can grow in water.
Distribution
E. Asia - China, S. Japan, Malaysia.
Habitats
Pond; Bog Garden;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Seed Edible Uses: One report says that it has an edible fruit[177]. This probably refers to the seed[K].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Scirpus ternatus
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