Status:
valid
Authors:
S.L.Lu & Y.H.Wu
Source:
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Fl. Kunlunica 4: 558 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000048091
Common Names
- Elymus zadoiensis
- Zadoi's Elymus
- Zadoi's Wildrye
Description
Elymus zadoiensis (also called Zadoi's Wild Rye, among many other common names) is an annual grass that grows in clumps of grass-like leaves. It can reach heights of up to 1 meter and has a rhizomatous root system. It is native to the temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America, and is found in moist meadows, marshes, and along stream banks.
Uses & Benefits
Elymus zadoiensis is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a ground cover. It is also used for its medicinal properties such as treating skin infections and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Elymus zadoiensis has small, white flowers that appear in the spring. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have bright green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Elymus zadoiensis is a perennial grass that can reach heights of up to 3 feet. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by planting cuttings. It is also possible to propagate Elymus zadoiensis from seed.
Where to Find Elymus zadoiensis
Elymus zadoiensis is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Elymus zadoiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elymus zadoiensis?
Elymus zadoiensis
What is the growth rate of Elymus zadoiensis?
Elymus zadoiensis has a moderate growth rate.
What is the ideal climate for Elymus zadoiensis?
Elymus zadoiensis prefers a tropical climate.
Species in the Elymus genus
Elymus brachyphyllus,
Elymus czilikensis,
Elymus dorei,
Elymus ebingeri,
Elymus hansenii,
Elymus incertus,
Elymus interjacens,
Elymus maltei,
Elymus mossii,
Elymus nothus,
Elymus palmerensis,
Elymus pseudorepens,
Elymus saxicola,
Elymus spurius,
Elymus wallii,
Elymus abolinii,
Elymus afghanicus,
Elymus africanus,
Elymus alaskanus,
Elymus albicans,
Elymus aliena,
Elymus alienus,
Elymus alpinus,
Elymus angulatus,
Elymus angustispiculatus,
Elymus antiquus,
Elymus arcuatus,
Elymus aristiglumis,
Elymus arizonicus,
Elymus athericus,
Elymus atratus,
Elymus bakeri,
Elymus barbicallus,
Elymus barystachyus,
Elymus borianus,
Elymus burchan-buddae,
Elymus buschianus,
Elymus cacuminis,
Elymus caianus,
Elymus californicus,
Elymus canadensis,
Elymus caninus,
Elymus caucasicus,
Elymus cheniae,
Elymus ciliaris,
Elymus clivorum,
Elymus colorans,
Elymus confusus,
Elymus cordilleranus,
Elymus coreanus,
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77135532-1: 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].