Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
eruciformis
ID:
854303

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Host

Source:
wcs

Year:
1805

Citation Micro:
Icon. Descr. Gram. Austriac. 3: 5 (1805)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000853638

Common Names

  • Beckmannia eruciformis
  • Eruciformis Beckmannia
  • Eruciformis Grass

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Uses & Benefits

Beckmannia eruciformis is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for making furniture, paper, and other products. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Beckmannia eruciformis has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a panicle. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Beckmannia eruciformis is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m in height. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Beckmannia eruciformis

Beckmannia eruciformis can be found in the temperate regions of Asia.

Beckmannia eruciformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Beckmannia eruciformis?

Beckmannia eruciformis

What is the common name of Beckmannia eruciformis?

Slender Wheatgrass

What is the natural habitat of Beckmannia eruciformis?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

Species in the Beckmannia 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

Nicolaus Thomas Host (1761-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Host' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:30141328-2: 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].