Status:
valid
Authors:
Al-Shehbaz, P.Gonzáles & A.Cano
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 20: 1 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330175
Common Names
- Englerocharis blanca-leoniae
- Blanca-leoniae Englerocharis
- Blanca-leon Englerocharis
Description
Englerocharis blanca-leoniae (also called Blanca-Leonia's englerocharis, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to South America. It is a perennial grass that grows in dry, sunny areas such as grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Englerocharis blanca-leoniae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a cut flower for decoration. The plant has medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Englerocharis blanca-leoniae are white or yellow, and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Englerocharis blanca-leoniae is an herbaceous perennial that is native to Mexico. It is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall.
Where to Find Englerocharis blanca-leoniae
Englerocharis blanca-leoniae can be found in the temperate regions of Mexico.
Englerocharis blanca-leoniae FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Englerocharis blanca-leoniae?
Englerocharis blanca-leoniae is found in tropical rainforests in India.
What is the size of Englerocharis blanca-leoniae?
Englerocharis blanca-leoniae is a small grass, typically reaching a height of 10-20 cm.
What are the blooming times of Englerocharis blanca-leoniae?
Englerocharis blanca-leoniae typically blooms in the spring and summer months.
Species in the Englerocharis genus
Species in the Brassicaceae family
Abdra brachycarpa,
Abdra aprica,
Acuston perenne,
Aethionema rhodopaeum,
Aethionema alanyae,
Aethionema arabicum,
Aethionema armenum,
Aethionema capitatum,
Aethionema carlsbergii,
Aethionema carneum,
Aethionema cephalanthum,
Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
Aethionema gileadense,
Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
Aethionema huber-morathii,
Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
Aethionema munzurense,
Aethionema orbiculatum,
Aethionema papillosum,
Aethionema retsina,
Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
Aethionema umbellatum,
Aethionema virgatum,
References
Paúl Gonzáles: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Gonzáles' in the authors string.