Glyceria latispicea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1873
Citation Micro:
Fragm. (Mueller) 8(64): 127. 1873 [Dec 1873]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000873241
Common Names
- Latispicea Foxtail
- Latispicea Meadow Foxtail
- Latispicea Water Foxtail
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Glyceria latispicea (also called Slender-spiked mannagrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Europe and Asia. It is a tall grass, growing up to 1.5 meters in height, and prefers moist, wet habitats such as marshes, streambanks, and lake shores.
Uses & Benefits
Glyceria latispicea is used as an ornamental grass and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Glyceria latispicea has small, greenish-white flowers, small seeds, and small seedlings.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Glyceria latispicea is a perennial grass that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers moist, fertile soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. Divide the clumps in spring or early summer. Plant the divisions in moist soil in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Glyceria latispicea
Glyceria latispicea is found in the temperate forests of Europe and North America.
Species in the Glyceria genus
Species in the Poaceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-417834: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.