Status:
valid
Authors:
V.A.Agaf., Laktionov, Yu.E.Alexeev & Mavrodiev
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 131: 141 (2020)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000020941
Description
Alopecurus tzvelevii (also called Tzvelev's Alopecurus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with ovate leaves and white flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Alopecurus tzvelevii is a popular choice for landscaping and gardens due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also known to be a natural air purifier, as it helps to reduce levels of pollutants in the air.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Alopecurus tzvelevii has small, yellow-green flowers. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Alopecurus tzvelevii is a perennial grass that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be grown in full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Alopecurus tzvelevii
Alopecurus tzvelevii can be found in the steppes and meadows of Central Asia.
Alopecurus tzvelevii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Alopecurus tzvelevii?
Alopecurus tzvelevii
What is the natural habitat of Alopecurus tzvelevii?
It is found in moist meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.
What are the uses of Alopecurus tzvelevii?
It is used for fodder and erosion control.
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77221553-1: 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].