Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zizanioides
ID:
842086

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Dandy

Source:
wcs

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 69: 54 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000841421

Common Names

  • Acroceras zizanioides
  • Zizanioides Acroceras
  • Zizanioides Acroceras Grass

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Description

Acroceras zizanioides (also called Zizanioides Acroceras, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a creeping rhizome and erect stems. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands, and grows in moist grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Acroceras zizanioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover. The plant has a number of medicinal uses, including treating fever, headaches, and skin problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acroceras zizanioides is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin, grass-like with narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acroceras zizanioides is a small, evergreen, perennial fern that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or by spores. It is a low-maintenance plant and is resistant to most pests and diseases.

Where to Find Acroceras zizanioides

Acroceras zizanioides can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Acroceras zizanioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acroceras zizanioides?

Acroceras zizanioides

What family does Acroceras zizanioides belong to?

Poaceae

What is the common name of Acroceras zizanioides?

Zizania-like Acroceras

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

Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
James Edgar Dandy (1903-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dandy' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:3538-2: 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].