Roundhead bulrush (Scirpoides holoschoenus, Cas. Nár. Mus., Odd. Prír. 140: 127 (1972))

Family: Cyperaceae

Author: (L.) Soják

Bibliography: Cas. Nár. Mus., Odd. Prír. 140: 127 (1972)

Year: 1972

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Scirpoides

Vegetable: False

Observations: Canary Is., Europe to W. Himalaya, Chad, Cape Prov.

Description

Roundhead bulrush, scientifically known as Scirpoides holoschoenus, is a perennial plant belonging to the Cyperaceae family. This species has a widespread geographical distribution, spanning from the Canary Islands and Europe to the western regions of the Himalayas. Additionally, it can be found in diverse habitats such as Chad in Central Africa and the Cape Province of South Africa.

Characterized by its rounded inflorescences, the roundhead bulrush thrives in wetland environments, showcasing its adaptability to various climates. These plants are often seen in marshy areas, alongside water bodies, and in other damp locations where they contribute to the local ecosystem by providing habitat and food for various wildlife species.

The roundhead bulrush has been officially documented in scientific literature, notably appearing in Cas. Nár. Mus., Odd. Prír., published in 1972, through the work of the botanist authoring under the name (L.) Soják. The detailed botanical description and documentation indicate its significance and established presence across a broad range of territories.

In summary, Roundhead bulrush (Scirpoides holoschoenus) is a resilient and ecologically important species within the Cyperaceae family, recognized for its round, clustered flower heads and its ability to thrive in a variety of wetland areas from Europe and the Canary Islands to the Himalayas and parts of Africa.

Common Names

Deu: kugel-simse
Eng: roundhead bulrush, round-head club-rush, round-headed club-rush, clustered club-rush
Swe: klotsäv
Nld: kogelbies
Fra: scirpe jonc, scirpe-jonc
Cym: clwbfrwynen bengrwn, clwbfrwynen sypynog, clwbfrwynen y coed
Ara: dees
Ita: giunchetto meridionale
En: Roundhead bulrush, Round-head club-rush, Round-headed club-rush, Clustered Club-Rush, Round-headed Mud-rush
Ar: خب (خَبّ)، ديس (دِيس)، سمار (سَمار), سمار (سَمَّار، سُمَّار), Dees
Ca: Jonc comú, Jonv boval
Cs: Kamýšek obecný
Nl: Kogelbies
Fr: Scirpe jonc, Scirpe-jonc
De: Kugel-Simse, Kugelbinse, Kugelsimse
It: Giunchetto Meridionale, Giunchetto comune
Sk: Šarinka obyčajná
Es: Chunco, Junco
Sv: Klotsäv
Cy: Clwbfrwynen Bengrwn, Clwbfrwynen Sypynog, Clwbfrwynen y Coed

Synonyms

• Isolepis holoschoenus ((L.) Roem. & Schult.)
• Cyperus holoschoenus ((L.) Missbach & E.H.L.Krause)
• Holoschoenus vulgaris (Link)
• Isolepis paniculata (Gray)
• Holoschoenus romanus subsp. holoschoenus ((L.) Greuter)
• Scirpus holoschoenus subsp. euholoschoenus (Briq.)
• Scirpus holoschoenus var. longemamillaris (Sennen)

Distribution

• Afghanistan (native)
• Albania (native)
• Algeria (native)
• Altay (native)
• Austria (native)
• Baleares (native)
• Belarus (native)
• Bulgaria (native)
• Canary Is. (native)
• Cape Provinces (native)
• Chad (native)
• Corse (native)
• Czechoslovakia (native)
• East Aegean Is. (native)
• East European Russia (native)
• Egypt (native)
• France (native)
• Germany (native)
• Great Britain (native)
• Greece (native)
• Hungary (native)
• Iran (native)
• Iraq (native)
• Italy (native)
• Kazakhstan (native)
• Kirgizstan (native)
• Kriti (native)
• Krym (native)
• Lebanon-Syria (native)
• Libya (native)
• Morocco (native)
• North Caucasus (native)
• Pakistan (native)
• Palestine (native)
• Poland (native)
• Portugal (native)
• Romania (native)
• Sardegna (native)
• Saudi Arabia (native)
• Sicilia (native)
• Sinai (native)
• South European Russi (native)
• Spain (native)
• Switzerland (native)
• Tadzhikistan (native)
• Transcaucasus (native)
• Tunisia (native)
• Turkey (native)
• Turkey-in-Europe (native)
• Turkmenistan (native)
• Ukraine (native)
• Uzbekistan (native)
• West Himalaya (native)
• Western Sahara (native)
• Yemen (native)
• Yugoslavia (native)
• Kentucky (introduced)
• New York (introduced)

Additional Images

Leaf

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Taken Oct 6, 2021 by Michelle Mateos (cc-by-sa)

Taken Dec 10, 2021 by Helena Del Pozo (cc-by-sa)

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Habit

Taken Jun 27, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Florent Beck (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 15, 2021 by Simon Dietmann (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 14, 2017 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)

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Taken Dec 10, 2021 by Helena Del Pozo (cc-by-sa)

Flower

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Taken Jun 13, 2018 by Creu Lopez (cc-by-sa)

Other

Taken Jun 30, 1850 by Tela Botanica − Herbier PONTARLIER-MARICHAL (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 16, 1900 by Tela Botanica − Anne-Marie GRIMAUD (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jan 1, 1972 by Tela Botanica − Yves PENIT (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 9, 2020 by Adele Prina (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 11, 2022 by Renaud Brochiero (cc-by-sa)

Fruit

Taken May 13, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Geneviève Botti (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 27, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Florent Beck (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 19, 2011 by Tela Botanica − Bertrand BUI (cc-by-sa)

Taken Oct 24, 2021 by lena yentur (cc-by-sa)

Taken Dec 10, 2021 by Helena Del Pozo (cc-by-sa)

Bark

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Taken Oct 1, 2017 by Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 17, 2015 by Tela Botanica − . TINTIN88 (cc-by-sa)

Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1214602-2)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/2718201)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Scirpoides holoschoenus (L.) Soják)

Specifications

Growth habit: Graminoid

Growth

Ph maximum: 7.5

Ph minimum: 7.0

Light: 8

Atmospheric humidity: 8

Soil nutriments: 4

Soil salinity: 1