Status:
valid
Authors:
Soreng, P.M.Peterson & Davidse
Source:
wcs
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Novon 19: 38 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000911261
Common Names
- Agrostopoa woodii
- Woodii Agrostopoa
- Woodii Plant
Description
Agrostopoa woodii (also called 'Wood's Agrostopoa', among many other common names) is a species of grass in the family Poaceae. It is found in the temperate and subtropical regions of Africa. It grows in moist forests, grasslands, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Agrostopoa woodii is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a fodder crop for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Agrostopoa woodii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Agrostopoa woodii is a small, perennial succulent plant that grows up to 8 inches (20 cm) tall. It has thick, fleshy leaves that are arranged in a rosette pattern. The leaves are a light green color and have a waxy coating. The flowers are small and white and appear in the spring and summer. It is easy to propagate by taking stem cuttings and rooting them in moist soil. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Agrostopoa woodii
Agrostopoa woodii can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.
Agrostopoa woodii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Agrostopoa woodii?
Agrostopoa woodii
What are the common names of Agrostopoa woodii?
Wood's bentgrass
What is the habitat of Agrostopoa woodii?
It is found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures
Species in the Agrostopoa 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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60451171-2: 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].