Status:
valid
Authors:
(Bol.) Romasch., P.M.Peterson & Soreng
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 126: 93 (2019)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000020549
Common Names
- Barkworthia stillmanii
- Stillman's Barkworthia
- Stillman's False Oatgrass
Description
Barkworthia stillmanii (also called 'Stillman's Barkworthia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India. It has a thick, succulent stem and large, bright green leaves with serrated edges. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests and grows in shady, moist, and well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Barkworthia stillmanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Barkworthia stillmanii flower is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Barkworthia stillmanii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. It is best to prune the plant in the spring to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Barkworthia stillmanii
Barkworthia stillmanii can be found in the western United States.
Barkworthia stillmanii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Barkworthia stillmanii?
Barkworthia stillmanii
What is the common name of Barkworthia stillmanii?
Unknown
What is the natural habitat of Barkworthia stillmanii?
Unknown
Species in the Barkworthia 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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77199064-1: 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].