Arthraxon lancifolius - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Trin.) Hochst.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1856
Citation Micro:
Flora 39: 188 (1856)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000849867
Common Names
- Lanceleaf Hedgehoggrass
- Lanceleaf Hedgehog-grass
- Lance-leaved Hedgehoggrass
Searching for Arthraxon lancifolius? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Arthraxon lancifolius (also called Lanceolate-leaved Arthraxon, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to India, Nepal and Sri Lanka. It grows in moist and wet habitats, and has long, narrow leaves with pointed tips.
Uses & Benefits
Arthraxon lancifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: small, white, and bell-shaped; Seed: small, black, and oval; Seedlings: slender with long, narrow leaves.
Searching for Arthraxon lancifolius? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Arthraxon lancifolius is a perennial grass that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division should be done in early spring or late summer.
Where to Find Arthraxon lancifolius
Arthraxon lancifolius is native to India, China, and Japan. It is found in moist, shady areas of forests.
Arthraxon lancifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arthraxon lancifolius?
Arthraxon lancifolius
What type of plant is Arthraxon lancifolius?
Grass
What is the natural habitat of Arthraxon lancifolius?
Tropical and subtropical regions
Species in the Arthraxon genus
Arthraxon antsirabensis, Arthraxon castratus, Arthraxon cuspidatus, Arthraxon depressus, Arthraxon echinatus, Arthraxon epectinatus, Arthraxon hispidus, Arthraxon inermis, Arthraxon jubatus, Arthraxon junnarensis, Arthraxon lanceolatus, Arthraxon lancifolius, Arthraxon meeboldii, Arthraxon microphyllus, Arthraxon multinervus, Arthraxon nudum, Arthraxon nudus, Arthraxon prionodes, Arthraxon raizadae, Arthraxon santapaui, Arthraxon submuticus, Arthraxon typicus, Arthraxon villosus, Arthraxon australiensis,
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
Christian Ferdinand Friedrich Hochstetter (1787-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hochst.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:390046-1: 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].