Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
yagiharana
ID:
843574

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hisauti & Matsuno

Source:
wcs

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 2: 1 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000842909

Common Names

  • Yagiharana Chelonopsis
  • Yagihara's Chelonopsis
  • Yagihara's Pussytoes

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Description

Chelonopsis yagiharana (also called Yagihara wheatgrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Eurasia and North America. It is a cool-season grass that grows in dry, sandy soils and is tolerant of drought and cold temperatures. It is often used for forage, erosion control, and as a cover crop.

Uses & Benefits

Chelonopsis yagiharana is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control on slopes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chelonopsis yagiharana has small, white flowers that are clustered in spike-like inflorescences. The seed is small, flattened, and dark brown in color. The seedlings are slender, with a single, erect stem and a tuft of narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chelonopsis yagiharana is a perennial herb native to Central Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is not very tolerant of wet soils.

Where to Find Chelonopsis yagiharana

Chelonopsis yagiharana is native to Japan. It can be found in moist, shady forests and grassy meadows at elevations of up to 1,000 meters.

Chelonopsis yagiharana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chelonopsis yagiharana?

Chelonopsis yagiharana

What is the common name of Chelonopsis yagiharana?

Yagihara's Watermelon

What is the growth habit of Chelonopsis yagiharana?

It is a perennial herb with a creeping growth habit.

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-38887: Based on the initial data import
Kiyotaka Hisauti (1884-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hisauti' in the authors string.
Jútaró Matsuno (1868-1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Matsuno' in the authors string.