Erianthus trinii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hack.) Hack.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1889
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 6: 135 (1889)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000869036
Common Names
- Trinii Erianthus Grass
- Trinii Feather Grass
- Trinii Plume Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Erianthus trinii (also called Trin's Silver Plume Grass, among many other common names) is a tall, perennial grass native to India and Nepal. It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands, savannas, and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Erianthus trinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used for fodder, soil stabilization, and erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Erianthus trinii is a single head of white or pinkish flowers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, long stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Erianthus trinii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a light, well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided and replanted in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Erianthus trinii
Erianthus trinii is native to India and Nepal. It can be found in grasslands, forests, and scrublands.
Erianthus trinii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erianthus trinii?
Erianthus trinii
What are the common names of Erianthus trinii?
Chinese silver grass, Chinese pampas grass
What is the hardiness zone of Erianthus trinii?
USDA hardiness zones 6 to 9
Species in the Erianthus 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
Eduard Hackel (1850-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hack.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:93457-2: 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].