Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
pubicalyx
ID:
841819

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ohwi) Keng f. ex P.C.Kuo

Source:
wcs

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Fl. Tsinling. 1(1): 153 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000841154

Common Names

  • Achnatherum pubicalyx
  • Pubicalyx Achnatherum
  • Achnatherum Pubicalyx

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Description

Achnatherum pubicalyx (also called Pubicalyx Needlegrass, Pubicalyx Needle Grass, and Pubicalyx Needle-Grass, among many other common names) is a species of needlegrass native to the western coast of North America. It is a tufted perennial grass growing up to 1.2 m tall. It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Achnatherum pubicalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Achnatherum pubicalyx has small, yellow-green flowers that are densely clustered in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a smooth, shiny surface. The seedlings have a single, erect, hairless stem with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Achnatherum pubicalyx is a perennial grass that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and can tolerate drought and salt spray. It is a low-maintenance grass that requires little to no fertilization or pruning.

Where to Find Achnatherum pubicalyx

Achnatherum pubicalyx is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in areas with dry, rocky soils.

Achnatherum pubicalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Achnatherum pubicalyx?

Achnatherum pubicalyx

What is the common name of Achnatherum pubicalyx?

Pubescent needlegrass

What is the growth habit of Achnatherum pubicalyx?

It is a tufted, perennial grass

Species in the Poaceae family

Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,

References

Jisaburo Ohwi (1905-1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ohwi' in the authors string.
Yi Li Keng (1898-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Keng' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:384449-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].