Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
burmanicus
ID:
849009

Status:
valid

Authors:
V.Naray. ex Bor

Source:
wcs

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 6: 169 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000848344

Common Names

  • Apocopis burmanicus
  • Burmese Apocopis
  • Burmese Fescue

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Description

Apocopis burmanicus (also called 'Burmese Apocopis', 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

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Apocopis burmanicus has small, white flowers with a single seed in each. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Apocopis burmanicus 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 Apocopis burmanicus

Apocopis burmanicus is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Apocopis burmanicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Apocopis burmanicus?

Apocopis burmanicus

What type of plant is Apocopis burmanicus?

Herb

Where does Apocopis burmanicus grow?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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

Norman Loftus Bor (1893-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bor' in the authors string.
V. Narayanaswami (b.1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.Naray.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:389136-1: 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].