Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
japonicus
ID:
846251

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steud.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl. Glumac. 1: 149 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000845586

Common Names

  • Alopecurus japonicus
  • Japonicus Alopecurus
  • Alopecurus

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Description

Alopecurus japonicus (also called Japanese foxtail, among many other common names) is an annual grass that grows to a height of 0.2–0.6 m (0.7–2 ft). It has a soft, hairy stem and leaves that are flat, smooth, and have a pointed tip. It is native to Japan and is found in grasslands, meadows, and other areas with moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Alopecurus japonicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cover crop in agricultural fields. It is also used as a forage crop for livestock, and its seeds are used as bird feed.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alopecurus japonicus is a small, greenish-yellow spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, dark brown caryopsis. The seedlings are slender, with a long, narrow leaf blade.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alopecurus japonicus is a perennial grass native to Europe and Asia. It is a fast-growing species that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a cool, moist environment with partial shade and moderate humidity. The plant should be kept moist but not wet. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer. The plant should be repotted every two to three years.

Where to Find Alopecurus japonicus

Alopecurus japonicus is native to Japan and can be found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.

Alopecurus japonicus FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Alopecurus japonicus?

Alopecurus japonicus prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

What is the typical height of Alopecurus japonicus?

Alopecurus japonicus typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet.

What type of soil does Alopecurus japonicus prefer?

Alopecurus japonicus prefers moist, well-drained soil.

Species in the Alopecurus genus

Alopecurus brachystylus, Alopecurus haussknechtianus, Alopecurus marssonii, Alopecurus plettkei, Alopecurus turicensis, Alopecurus winklerianus, Alopecurus aequalis, Alopecurus albovii, Alopecurus anatolicus, Alopecurus apiatus, Alopecurus arundinaceus, Alopecurus aucheri, Alopecurus baptarrhenius, Alopecurus bonariensis, Alopecurus borii, Alopecurus bornmuelleri, Alopecurus brachystachyus, Alopecurus bulbosus, Alopecurus carolinianus, Alopecurus creticus, Alopecurus dasyanthus, Alopecurus davisii, Alopecurus geniculatus, Alopecurus gerardii, Alopecurus glacialis, Alopecurus heleochloides, Alopecurus himalaicus, Alopecurus hitchcockii, Alopecurus japonicus, Alopecurus laguroides, Alopecurus lanatus, Alopecurus longiaristatus, Alopecurus magellanicus, Alopecurus mucronatus, Alopecurus myosuroides, Alopecurus nepalensis, Alopecurus ponticus, Alopecurus pratensis, Alopecurus rendlei, Alopecurus saccatus, Alopecurus setarioides, Alopecurus textilis, Alopecurus turczaninovii, Alopecurus utriculatus, Alopecurus vaginatus, Alopecurus turicensis, Alopecurus cucullatus, Alopecurus goekyigitianus, Alopecurus alopecuroides, Alopecurus tzvelevii,

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

Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:387115-1: 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].