Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
simplex
ID:
849004

Status:
valid

Authors:
McClure & L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ilustr. Catarin. 1(Gramin., Supl. Bambus.): 59 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000848339

Common Names

  • Apoclada simplex
  • Simple Apoclada
  • Simple Fescue

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Description

Apoclada simplex (also called 'Simple Apoclada', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Poaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It is a tufted perennial grass that grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, savannas, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Apoclada simplex is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Apoclada simplex has small, yellow-green flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Apoclada simplex is a perennial grass that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and is generally pest and disease free.

Where to Find Apoclada simplex

Apoclada simplex is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Apoclada simplex FAQ

What is the scientific name of Apoclada simplex?

Apoclada simplex

What type of plant is Apoclada simplex?

Herb

Where does Apoclada simplex grow?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Apoclada 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

Raulino Reitz (1919-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reitz' in the authors string.
Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
Floyd Alonzo McClure (1897-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McClure' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:16496-2: 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].