Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 184 (1810)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000868860
Common Names
- Pallescent Eriachne Grass
- Pallescent Wallaby Grass
- Pallescent Wallabygrass
Description
Eriachne pallescens (also called Pale Rat's Tail Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to Australia. It has a tufted habit with narrow, flat leaves and a long, cylindrical inflorescence. It is found in a variety of habitats, from grasslands to open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Eriachne pallescens is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to make herbal teas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Eriachne pallescens are yellow and small, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eriachne pallescens is a perennial grass that grows in dry, sunny areas. It is propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate drought. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Eriachne pallescens
Eriachne pallescens can be found in Australia.
Eriachne pallescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eriachne pallescens?
Eriachne pallescens
What is the family of Eriachne pallescens?
Poaceae
Where is Eriachne pallescens found?
Australia
Species in the Eriachne genus
Eriachne agrostidea,
Eriachne aristidea,
Eriachne armitii,
Eriachne avenacea,
Eriachne axillaris,
Eriachne basalis,
Eriachne basedowii,
Eriachne benthamii,
Eriachne bleeseri,
Eriachne burkittii,
Eriachne capillaris,
Eriachne ciliata,
Eriachne compacta,
Eriachne fastigiata,
Eriachne festucacea,
Eriachne filiformis,
Eriachne flaccida,
Eriachne gardneri,
Eriachne glabrata,
Eriachne glandulosa,
Eriachne glauca,
Eriachne helmsii,
Eriachne humilis,
Eriachne imbricata,
Eriachne insularis,
Eriachne lanata,
Eriachne major,
Eriachne melicacea,
Eriachne minuta,
Eriachne mucronata,
Eriachne nervosa,
Eriachne nodosa,
Eriachne obtusa,
Eriachne ovata,
Eriachne pallescens,
Eriachne pauciflora,
Eriachne pulchella,
Eriachne rara,
Eriachne schultziana,
Eriachne scleranthoides,
Eriachne semiciliata,
Eriachne squarrosa,
Eriachne stipacea,
Eriachne sulcata,
Eriachne tenuiculmis,
Eriachne triodioides,
Eriachne triseta,
Eriachne vesiculosa,
Eriachne pindanica,
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:401846-1: 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].