Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nabonnandii
ID:
696026

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Prosch.) Vorster

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Taxon 39: 662 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695359

Common Names

  • Nabonnand's Butyagrus
  • Nabonnand's Chinese Silvergrass
  • Nabonnand's Eulalia

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Synonyms

  • Butiarecastrum nabonnandii Prosch. [unknown]

Description

Butyagrus nabonnandii (also called Chinese Silvergrass, among many other common names) is a tall, perennial grass that grows to a height of up to 2 m. It is native to China and is found in moist, sunny areas. The leaves are long and narrow, and the flowers are small, white and feathery. The fruits are small, black seeds.

Uses & Benefits

Butyagrus nabonnandii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Butyagrus nabonnandii has yellow flowers that are about 1/2 inch long. The flowers are followed by small, round, yellow-orange berries. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Butyagrus nabonnandii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub with long, narrow leaves and yellow, bell-shaped flowers. It is native to India and is hardy in USDA Zones 9-11. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in spring and cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Butyagrus nabonnandii

Butyagrus nabonnandii is native to India, Nepal, and Pakistan.

Butyagrus nabonnandii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Butyagrus nabonnandii?

Butyagrus nabonnandii

What is the common name of Butyagrus nabonnandii?

Giant Reed

What is the natural habitat of Butyagrus nabonnandii?

Butyagrus nabonnandii is found in wetland habitats in the eastern United States and Canada.

Species in the Arecaceae family

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References

A.A. Robertson Proschowsky: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prosch.' in the authors string.
Pieter Johannes Vorster (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vorster' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:948437-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.