Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
stillmanii
ID:
1538788

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

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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.

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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].