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red bulrush
Scientific Name: Blysmus rufus
Family: Cyperaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Graminoid
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Red Bulrush: A Detailed Overview
The plant commonly known as Red Bulrush is an adaptable species often recognized by its gracefully drooping red inflorescence, leading to the alternative name Nodding Bulrush.
Considerations for Pets and Children
- Some texts reference the plant as having reed-like foliage, or that the plant can grow to 12 - 15 feet with a stalk.
Nomenclature and Classification
- Common Names: Red Bulrush, Nodding Bulrush, Drooping Bulrush
- Scientific Name: Blysmus rufus
- Synonyms:
- Blysmopsis rufa
- Nomochloa rufa
- Scirpus rufus
- Family: Cyperaceae (Sedge family)
- Genus: Blysmus
- Species: rufus
Distribution and Habitat
- The Red Bulrush exhibits a subcosmopolitan distribution.
- It can be found in:
- North and East Africa
- Europe, eastward through Siberia
- The Caucasus
- The Middle East
- It thrives in wet environments such as swamps, marshes, and meadows.
- Notably, it can adapt to surprisingly dry areas as well.
Morphological Characteristics
- It can grow to a height of 2-4 feet (0.6-1.2 meters).
- It spreads to about 1.5-2 feet (0.45-0.6 meters).
- The inflorescence is often red and drooping, giving it a "nodding" appearance.
- The flower color is brown.
Other Considerations
- Useful for erosion control.
- Plant benefits wildlife.
Additional Information
- Hardiness zones: 3-9.
- Prefers full sun to part shade.