Catabrosella variegata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
variegata
ID:
859136
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Boiss.) Tzvelev
Source:
wcs
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 3: 32 (1966)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000858471
Common Names
- Catabrosella Variegata
- Variegata Grass
- Variegated Bristle Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Catabrosella variegata (also called Variegata Catabrosella, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the Caucasus and parts of Turkey. It grows in moist, shady areas and is characterized by its long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Catabrosella variegata has been used in traditional medicine for the treatment of fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It has also been used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Catabrosella variegata are white to pale pink, with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Catabrosella variegata is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial groundcover with small, variegated leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or cuttings taken in spring or summer.
Where to Find Catabrosella variegata
Catabrosella variegata can be found in Europe, Asia, and North America.
Catabrosella variegata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Catabrosella variegata?
Catabrosella variegata
What is the common name of Catabrosella variegata?
Variegata
Where is Catabrosella variegata found?
It is found in the Mediterranean region.
Species in the Catabrosella 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
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Nikolai Tzvelev (1925-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tzvelev' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:395145-1: 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].