Dupoa labradorica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Steud.) J.Cay. & Darbysh.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 13: 616 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000841032
Common Names
- Dupoa labradorica
- Labrador Wild Rye
- Labrador Wildrye
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dupoa labradorica (also called Labrador Dupoa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Poaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in forests, woodlands, and grasslands. It is a small grass with ovate leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Dupoa labradorica is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and gardens. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, and cough.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dupoa labradorica has small, yellow flowers, and its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dupoa labradorica is a perennial grass native to the Arctic regions of North America. It can be propagated by seed or division. When growing from seed, it should be sown in a well-drained, sunny location in the spring. Division should be done in the spring or fall. The plant prefers a moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It is best grown in full sun, but can tolerate some shade.
Where to Find Dupoa labradorica
Dupoa labradorica is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in areas with dry, rocky soils.
Dupoa labradorica FAQ
What type of plant is Dupoa labradorica?
Dupoa labradorica is a type of grass.
Where is Dupoa labradorica native to?
Dupoa labradorica is native to Labrador.
How much light does Dupoa labradorica need?
Dupoa labradorica needs bright, indirect light.
Species in the Dupoa 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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-387020: Based on the initial data import
Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
J. Cayouette (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Cay.' in the authors string.
Stephen J. Darbyshire (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Darbysh.' in the authors string.