Calamagrostis himalaica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
himalaica
ID:
1332796
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.Liu ex Wen L.Chen) Paszko
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Polish Bot. J. 60(2): 142 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345250
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calamagrostis himalaica (also called Himalayan Calamagrostis, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Bolivia. It grows in grasslands, heathlands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Calamagrostis himalaica is a popular ornamental grass, grown for its tall, feathery foliage. It is used in gardens, borders, and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Calamagrostis himalaica are yellow and have three petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calamagrostis himalaica is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered location, as it can be damaged by strong winds. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame. Germination usually takes place within 1-2 months at 15°C.
Where to Find Calamagrostis himalaica
Calamagrostis himalaica is native to the Himalayas.
Calamagrostis himalaica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calamagrostis himalaica?
Calamagrostis himalaica
What is the common name of Calamagrostis himalaica?
No common name
Where is Calamagrostis himalaica found?
It is found in Brazil
Species in the Calamagrostis genus
Calamagrostis acutiflora, Calamagrostis andrejewii, Calamagrostis badzhalensis, Calamagrostis bihariensis, Calamagrostis hartmaniana, Calamagrostis haussknechtiana, Calamagrostis indagata, Calamagrostis kotulae, Calamagrostis kuznetzovii, Calamagrostis ponojensis, Calamagrostis prahliana, Calamagrostis pseudodeschampsioides, Calamagrostis rigens, Calamagrostis strigosa, Calamagrostis subchalybaea, Calamagrostis subepigeios, Calamagrostis submonticola, Calamagrostis subneglecta, Calamagrostis tatianae, Calamagrostis torgesiana, Calamagrostis uralensis, Calamagrostis ussuriensis, Calamagrostis vassiljevii, Calamagrostis wirtgeniana, Calamagrostis zerninensis, Calamagrostis abnormis, Calamagrostis acuminata, Calamagrostis affinis, Calamagrostis ajanensis, Calamagrostis alajica, Calamagrostis albiflora, Calamagrostis altaica, Calamagrostis angustifolia, Calamagrostis anthoxanthoides, Calamagrostis appressa, Calamagrostis archboldii, Calamagrostis arenaria, Calamagrostis arundinacea, Calamagrostis atjehensis, Calamagrostis australis, Calamagrostis austrodensa, Calamagrostis austroscaberula, Calamagrostis autumnalis, Calamagrostis avenoides, Calamagrostis balkharica, Calamagrostis baltica, Calamagrostis benthamiana, Calamagrostis bogotensis, Calamagrostis bolanderi, Calamagrostis borii,
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
Liang Liu (1933-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Liu' in the authors string.
Wen Li Chen (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.L.Chen' in the authors string.
Beata Paszko: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paszko' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77154301-1: 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].