Aeluropus laciniatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Khodash.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Iran. J. Bot. 18: 64 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333735
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Aeluropus laciniatus (also called Fringed Aeluropus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Poaceae family. It is a small, perennial grass with a tufted habit. It is native to Europe, where it is found in moist, grassy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Aeluropus laciniatus is a popular ornamental plant due to its bright yellow flowers and attractive foliage. It can be used in gardens as a hedge plant, and its leaves and flowers can be used in salads and as a garnish.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aeluropus laciniatus has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aeluropus laciniatus is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by seed or division. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil and keep the soil moist. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in spring or early summer and replant in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Aeluropus laciniatus
Aeluropus laciniatus can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.
Aeluropus laciniatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aeluropus laciniatus?
Aeluropus laciniatus
What is the common name of Aeluropus laciniatus?
Laciniate Grass
What is the natural habitat of Aeluropus laciniatus?
Salt marshes, beaches, and other coastal areas
Species in the Aeluropus genus
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
Mansooreh Khodashenas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Khodash.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77121219-1: 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].