Axonopus suffultiformis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.Black
Source:
wcs
Year:
1957
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 9: 253 (1957)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000852953
Common Names
- Axonopus suffultiformis
- Suffultiformis Carpetgrass
- Suffultiformis Wiregrass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Axonopus suffultiformis (also called Suffultiform Carpetgrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to tropical regions of the Americas. It typically grows in low-lying, moist areas such as swamps, marshes, and wet meadows. It has a creeping, mat-forming habit and produces narrow, light green leaves and small, pale green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Axonopus suffultiformis is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of fiber and fuel.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Axonopus suffultiformis is small and white, with 6 petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and light green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Axonopus suffultiformis is a tropical grass that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the lower part of the stem and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment for best results.
Where to Find Axonopus suffultiformis
Axonopus suffultiformis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas and can be found in moist, shady areas. It is also available from nurseries and online retailers.
Axonopus suffultiformis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Axonopus suffultiformis?
Axonopus suffultiformis
What is the common name of Axonopus suffultiformis?
Carpet grass
What is the growth rate of Axonopus suffultiformis?
Fast
Species in the Axonopus genus
Axonopus amapaensis, Axonopus anceps, Axonopus andinus, Axonopus argentinus, Axonopus aureus, Axonopus boliviensis, Axonopus brasiliensis, Axonopus capillaris, Axonopus casiquiarensis, Axonopus caulescens, Axonopus centralis, Axonopus chaseae, Axonopus chimantensis, Axonopus chrysoblepharis, Axonopus ciliatifolius, Axonopus comans, Axonopus comatus, Axonopus complanatus, Axonopus compressus, Axonopus conduplicatus, Axonopus cuatrecasasii, Axonopus debilis, Axonopus elegantulus, Axonopus eminens, Axonopus equitans, Axonopus fastigiatus, Axonopus fissifolius, Axonopus flabelliformis, Axonopus flexuosus, Axonopus furcatus, Axonopus gracilis, Axonopus grandifolius, Axonopus herzogii, Axonopus hoehnei, Axonopus jeanyae, Axonopus junciformis, Axonopus kuhlmannii, Axonopus laxiflorus, Axonopus laxus, Axonopus leptostachyus, Axonopus longispicus, Axonopus magallanesiae, Axonopus marginatus, Axonopus morronei, Axonopus oiapocensis, Axonopus paschalis, Axonopus passourae, Axonopus pennellii, Axonopus piccae, Axonopus poiophyllus,
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
George Alexander Black (1916-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.A.Black' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:27427-2: 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].