Choriceras majus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
majus
ID:
852692
Status:
valid
Authors:
Airy Shaw
Source:
wcs
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Muelleria 4: 220 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000852027
Common Names
- Choriceras majus
- Great Choriceras
- Great Cup-Flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Choriceras majus (also called greater oatgrass, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to Europe and North Africa. It has a tufted growth habit and grows up to 2 feet tall. It is found in dry, open areas such as meadows, pastures, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Choriceras majus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a windbreak or shelterbelt. It is also used for erosion control and for fuel.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Choriceras majus has small, yellow flowers and its seeds are small and dark brown. Its seedlings are small and have a single seed leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Choriceras majus can be propagated by seed. Sow the seeds in a sunny location in late spring or early summer. The soil should be well-drained and fertile. Water the seeds regularly until they germinate. Thin out the seedlings when they are large enough to handle. Transplant the seedlings to their permanent location when they are large enough.
Where to Find Choriceras majus
Choriceras majus can be found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Choriceras majus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Choriceras majus?
Choriceras majus
What is the common name of Choriceras majus?
Greater Oat
What is the natural habitat of Choriceras majus?
It is found in the Mediterranean region, from the Iberian Peninsula to Turkey
Species in the Choriceras genus
Species in the Picrodendraceae family
Androstachys johnsonii, Aristogeitonia limoniifolia, Aristogeitonia lophirifolia, Aristogeitonia magnistipula, Aristogeitonia monophylla, Aristogeitonia perrieri, Aristogeitonia uapacifolia, Aristogeitonia gabonica, Austrobuxus alticola, Austrobuxus brevipes, Austrobuxus carunculatus, Austrobuxus clusiaceus, Austrobuxus cracens, Austrobuxus cuneatus, Austrobuxus ellipticus, Austrobuxus eugeniifolius, Austrobuxus horneanus, Austrobuxus huerlimannii, Austrobuxus mandjelicus, Austrobuxus megacarpus, Austrobuxus montis-do, Austrobuxus nitidus, Austrobuxus ovalis, Austrobuxus pauciflorus, Austrobuxus petiolaris, Austrobuxus rubiginosus, Austrobuxus swainii, Austrobuxus vieillardii, Austrobuxus dentatus, Austrobuxus celebicus, Choriceras majus, Choriceras tricorne, Dissiliaria baloghioides, Dissiliaria indistincta, Dissiliaria laxinervis, Dissiliaria muelleri, Dissiliaria surculosa, Dissiliaria tuckeri, Hyaenanche globosa, Kairothamnus phyllanthoides, Longetia buxoides, Micrantheum demissum, Micrantheum ericoides, Micrantheum hexandrum, Micrantheum serpentinum, Mischodon zeylanicus, Neoroepera banksii, Neoroepera buxifolia, Oldfieldia africana, Oldfieldia dactylophylla,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-39767: Based on the initial data import
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.