Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
scleroclada
ID:
841687

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rupr.) Tzvelev

Source:
wcs

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 10: 91 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000841022

Common Names

  • Arctodupontia scleroclada
  • Scleroclada Wild Rye
  • Scleroclada Wildrye

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Description

Arctodupontia scleroclada (also called Scleroclada Arctodupontia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in meadows and grasslands. It has a tufted growth habit and can reach up to 30 cm in height. Its leaves are linear and up to 5 cm long.

Uses & Benefits

Arctodupontia scleroclada is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and gardens. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, and cough.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arctodupontia scleroclada has small yellow flowers with a single seed in each seed capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single seedling leaf. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arctodupontia scleroclada is a perennial shrub native to the Arctic regions of North America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When growing from seed, it should be sown in a well-drained, sunny location in the spring. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer. The plant prefers a moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It is best grown in full sun, but can tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Arctodupontia scleroclada

Arctodupontia scleroclada is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in areas with dry, rocky soils.

Arctodupontia scleroclada FAQ

What type of plant is Arctodupontia scleroclada?

Arctodupontia scleroclada is a type of evergreen shrub.

Where is Arctodupontia scleroclada native to?

Arctodupontia scleroclada is native to Alaska.

How much light does Arctodupontia scleroclada need?

Arctodupontia scleroclada needs bright, indirect light.

Species in the Arctodupontia 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

IPNI record: 389182-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001417132
Nikolai Tzvelev (1925-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tzvelev' in the authors string.
Franz Josef Ruprecht (1814-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rupr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:389182-1: 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].