Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
arachleicum
ID:
841699

Status:
valid

Authors:
Peschkova

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Fl. Sibir. 2: 31 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000841034

Common Names

  • Elyhordeum arachleicum
  • Arachleic Wild Rye
  • Arachleic Wildrye

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Description

Elyhordeum arachleicum (also called Arachleic Elyhordeum, 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

Elyhordeum arachleicum 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

Elyhordeum arachleicum 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Elyhordeum arachleicum is a perennial grass native to the Mediterranean region. 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 Elyhordeum arachleicum

Elyhordeum arachleicum can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe and the Middle East.

Elyhordeum arachleicum FAQ

What type of plant is Elyhordeum arachleicum?

Elyhordeum arachleicum is a type of grass.

Where is Elyhordeum arachleicum native to?

Elyhordeum arachleicum is native to Greece.

How much light does Elyhordeum arachleicum need?

Elyhordeum arachleicum needs bright, indirect light.

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

Galina A. Peshkova (1930-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Peschkova' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:940136-1: 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].