Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
spicata
ID:
851498

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dalzell

Source:
wcs

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Bombay Fl. : 293 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000850833

Common Names

  • Spicata Grass
  • Spiked Grass
  • Pointed Grass

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Description

Arundinella spicata (also called Spicate Arundinella, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to South America. It is a tufted grass with short rhizomes and has an upright growth habit. It grows in moist areas such as wetlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas. It is also found in tropical and subtropical areas.

Uses & Benefits

Arundinella spicata is a species of grass that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a fodder for livestock. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Arundinella spicata is a small, white, spike-like inflorescence. The seed is a small, dark brown caryopsis. The seedlings are small, with narrow, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arundinella spicata is a perennial grass that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray.

Where to Find Arundinella spicata

Arundinella spicata is native to India and can be found in dry grasslands and open forests.

Arundinella spicata FAQ

What is the common name of Arundinella spicata?

Spiked Grass

What is the scientific name of Spiked Grass?

Arundinella spicata

What is the family of Arundinella spicata?

Poaceae

Species in the Arundinella genus

Arundinella barbinodis, Arundinella bengalensis, Arundinella berteroniana, Arundinella blephariphylla, Arundinella cannanorica, Arundinella ciliata, Arundinella cochinchinensis, Arundinella dagana, Arundinella decempedalis, Arundinella deppeana, Arundinella filiformis, Arundinella flavida, Arundinella fluviatilis, Arundinella furva, Arundinella fuscata, Arundinella grandiflora, Arundinella grevillensis, Arundinella hirta, Arundinella hispida, Arundinella holcoides, Arundinella hookeri, Arundinella intricata, Arundinella khasiana, Arundinella laxiflora, Arundinella leptochloa, Arundinella longispicata, Arundinella mesophylla, Arundinella metzii, Arundinella montana, Arundinella nepalensis, Arundinella nervosa, Arundinella nodosa, Arundinella parviflora, Arundinella pumila, Arundinella purpurea, Arundinella rupestris, Arundinella setosa, Arundinella spicata, Arundinella thwaitesii, Arundinella tricholepis, Arundinella tuberculata, Arundinella vaginata, Arundinella villosa, Arundinella yunnanensis, Arundinella kokutensis, Arundinella longiscata, Arundinella kerrii, Arundinella ravii, Arundinella chassanica, Arundinella pradeepiana,

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

Nicol Alexander Dalzell (1817-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalzell' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:390741-1: 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].