Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
badachschanica
ID:
841858

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tzvelev

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 9: 58 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000841193

Common Names

  • Elymostachys badachschanica
  • Badakhshan Wildrye
  • Badakhshan Rye Grass

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Description

Elymostachys badachschanica (also called Badakhshan Needlegrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to western North America. It grows to a height of 1-2 feet and has long, narrow, flat leaves. It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands, meadows, and sagebrush communities.

Uses & Benefits

Elymostachys badachschanica is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Elymostachys badachschanica has white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elymostachys badachschanica is a perennial grass native to the western United States. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done through division of the clumps in early spring. Seeds can also be collected and planted in the fall.

Where to Find Elymostachys badachschanica

Elymostachys badachschanica can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Nevada, and Utah.

Elymostachys badachschanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elymostachys badachschanica?

Elymostachys badachschanica

What is the common name of Elymostachys badachschanica?

Badakhshan barley

What is the family of Elymostachys badachschanica?

Poaceae

Species in the Elymostachys 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-387184: Based on the initial data import
Nikolai Tzvelev (1925-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tzvelev' in the authors string.