Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ridleyi
ID:
869978

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hack.) A.Camus

Source:
wcs

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Ann. Soc. Linn. Lyon , n.s., 68: 204 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000869313

Common Names

  • Eulalia ridleyi
  • Ridleyi Eulalia
  • Eulalia Grass

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Description

Eulalia ridleyi (also called Ridley's Eulalia, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to East Asia. It is a perennial grass that grows in clumps, and can reach a height of 1.5 meters. It is found in moist grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Eulalia ridleyi is used in horticulture as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eulalia ridleyi is a white or pinkish spike, with a cylindrical shape and a length of up to 8 cm. The seed is a small, black, oblong nut, with a length of up to 1.5 cm. The seedlings are thin, with a length of up to 10 cm.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eulalia ridleyi is a perennial grass native to India. It grows in moist, shady areas and can reach up to 1.2 m in height. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn, with each division containing at least three shoots.

Where to Find Eulalia ridleyi

Eulalia ridleyi can be found in India, China, and Japan.

Eulalia ridleyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eulalia ridleyi?

Eulalia ridleyi

What is the common name of Eulalia ridleyi?

Ridley's Eulalia

Where is Eulalia ridleyi native to?

Malaysia

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

Aimée Antoinette Camus (1879-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Camus' in the authors string.
Eduard Hackel (1850-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hack.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:402189-1: 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].