Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
papillosa
ID:
846033

Status:
valid

Authors:
Clayton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 33: 21 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000845368

Common Names

  • Alloteropsis papillosa
  • Papillosa False Alopecurus
  • Papillosa Alopecurus

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Description

Alloteropsis papillosa (also called Papillose Alloteropsis, among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub native to South America. It has small, oval leaves and grows in dry, sandy soils. It is commonly found in grasslands, scrublands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Alloteropsis papillosa is a grass that is used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used as an ornamental grass and can be used for landscaping. It is also used to make baskets, mats, and other crafts.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alloteropsis papillosa is a small, yellow-green spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, oval-shaped, yellow-brown grain. The seedlings are small, with narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alloteropsis papillosa is a perennial herb that is native to Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in early spring or late autumn. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Alloteropsis papillosa

Alloteropsis papillosa can be found in South Africa, Lesotho, and Swaziland.

Alloteropsis papillosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alloteropsis papillosa?

Alloteropsis papillosa

What is the common name of Alloteropsis papillosa?

Papillose Grass

What is the natural habitat of Alloteropsis papillosa?

It is found in moist, grassy areas in Africa

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

William Derek Clayton (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Clayton' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:387000-1: 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].