What is Scirpus?
Scirpus is a genus of plants that is part of the Cyperaceae family. It contains about 35 kinds of permanent herbs and grasses that come from North America, Australia and Asia. These grass similar to plants are formed in clusters and have woolen bristles. Landscapes use flowers of these plants in beds or borders. These plants have several environmental benefits, including erosion prevention and bird nesting material.
The name of the genus is the Latin word for "rush" or "bulrush". Several species in this family have variations of names, including Scirpus cyperinus , which is commonly called bultrass bulrush. Scirpus microcarpus is also known as Panicled Bulrush and Scirpus hattorianus is referred to as Bulrush mosquitoes.
Most plants in the genus Scirpus grow in Wetlands or Marshas. For example, s. For example, Microcarpus has powered the landscape of Canada and the central and western part of the United States. s. Congdonii is endemic for California, OregoNEVODA, while with fluviitilis is distributed throughout East Asia and Australia. The stems are covered with green leaves up to the cluster of flowers. From the stems hang brown, fuzzy clusters of flowering spikes. They usually have a length of 6-12 inches (15-30 cm). The flower period is between June and September.
Cottongrass Bulrush is considered a water plant because it grows well in wet soil or submerged soil. The soil pH is acidic to neutral. It is recommended to plant this species in an area that has a lot of sunlight.
planting Bulrush Cottongrass offers several advantages. Flowers attract many types of butterflies while the seeds attract birds. The plant itself provides protection by other aquatic plants from preventing damage to wind and water erosion.
Bulrush Cottongrass is generally promoted by division. Usually, the whole plant is ecored from the soil and laid on the ground sideways. The stems are divided into various clusters and rootsThey are separated between them. If the roots are particularly heavy, the roots are cut. Separate clusters are planted in individual holes.
This plant is generally without insects, but aphids will feed the roots. Aphids are small pear -shaped insects that have long legs and antennas. There are several types, but the one that affects Buctongrass Bulrush generally lives in the soil. It damages roots and prevents the plant from absorbing nutrients.