Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
pingbianense
ID:
909279

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hsueh & Y.M.Yang ex T.P.Yi) D.Z.Li & H.Q.Yang

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 45: 395 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000908614

Common Names

  • Cephalostachyum Pingbianense
  • Pingbian Cephalostachyum
  • Pingbian Bamboo

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Description

Cephalostachyum pingbianense (also called Pingbian bamboo, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to China. It has a clumping habit and grows to a height of 1 to 2 m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils and is often found in forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Cephalostachyum pingbianense is used as a decorative plant, for erosion control, and as a forage crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cephalostachyum pingbianense has small, yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cephalostachyum pingbianense is a grass species native to China. It can be propagated by seed or by division. To cultivate, provide a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist but not wet. Provide bright, indirect light and keep the temperature between 65-85°F (18-29°C).

Where to Find Cephalostachyum pingbianense

Cephalostachyum pingbianense is found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.

Cephalostachyum pingbianense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cephalostachyum pingbianense?

Cephalostachyum pingbianense

What is the common name of Cephalostachyum pingbianense?

Pingbian bamboo

What is the natural habitat of Cephalostachyum pingbianense?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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

Xue Jiru (1921-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hsueh' in the authors string.
De Zhu Li (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Z.Li' in the authors string.
Tong Pei Yi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.P.Yi' in the authors string.
Han Qi Yang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Q.Yang' in the authors string.
Yan Ming Yang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.M.Yang' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77094120-1: 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].