Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
ritchiei
ID:
874868

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) Blatt. & McCann

Source:
wcs

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
J. Bombay Nat. Hist. Soc. 32: 623 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000874203

Common Names

  • Krabiense Cleisostoma
  • Cleisostoma krabiense
  • Cleisostoma

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Description

Heteropogon ritchiei (also called Ritchie's pennisetum, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and grows in dry, sandy soils. It is commonly found in grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Heteropogon ritchiei is used for soil stabilization and erosion control, as well as forage for livestock. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Heteropogon ritchiei is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Heteropogon ritchiei are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heteropogon ritchiei is a perennial grass that is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established and can tolerate light shade. It can be propagated by seed or division and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Heteropogon ritchiei

Heteropogon ritchiei is native to Africa and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It can be found in open grasslands, woodlands, and savannas.

Heteropogon ritchiei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heteropogon ritchiei?

Heteropogon ritchiei

What is the common name of Heteropogon ritchiei?

Ritchie's Heteropogon

Where is Heteropogon ritchiei found?

It is found in India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam

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

Ethelbert Blatter (1877-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blatt.' in the authors string.
Charles McCann (1899-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McCann' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:404817-1: 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].