Glyceria tonglensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.B.Clarke
Source:
wcs
Year:
1876
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 15: 119 (1876)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000873375
Common Names
- Tonglensis Manna Grass
- Manna Grass
- Tonglensis Foxtail Manna Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Glyceria tonglensis (also called Tongling Sweetgrass, among many other common names) is a perennial aquatic grass native to Europe and Asia. It grows in shallow water and wet soils, and is tolerant of brackish water. It has long, narrow leaves that are up to 30 cm long and 2-3 mm wide.
Uses & Benefits
Glyceria tonglensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Glyceria tonglensis is a small, greenish-white spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped grain. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with narrow, bright green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Glyceria tonglensis is a perennial grass that grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. Divide the clumps in spring or early summer and replant in prepared soil. Seeds can be sown in spring or early summer in prepared soil.
Where to Find Glyceria tonglensis
Glyceria tonglensis can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and along streambanks in China.
Glyceria tonglensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Glyceria tonglensis?
Glyceria tonglensis
What is the family of Glyceria tonglensis?
Poaceae
Where is Glyceria tonglensis found?
Glyceria tonglensis is found in China
Species in the Glyceria 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
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:404210-1: 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].