Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mollis
ID:
875184

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1759

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat., ed. 10. 2: 1305 (1759)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000874519

Common Names

  • Mollis Holcus
  • Mollis Velvet Grass
  • Mollis Velvetgrass

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Description

Holcus mollis (also called Soft Velvet-grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to Europe and North Africa. It has a tufted habit and can reach up to 1 m in height. It prefers moist soils and can be found in meadows, pastures, and other grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Holcus mollis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a forage crop for livestock, and as a soil stabilizer in areas prone to erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Holcus mollis has small, white flowers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a short, tufted habit.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Holcus mollis is a perennial grass that grows in clumps and can reach heights of up to 1 m. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny spot. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided into smaller pieces and replanted in a sunny spot.

Where to Find Holcus mollis

Holcus mollis can be found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Holcus mollis FAQ

What type of soil does Holcus mollis prefer?

Holcus mollis prefers moist, well-drained soils.

What is the average height of Holcus mollis?

Holcus mollis typically grows to a height of 10-20 cm.

What is the average lifespan of Holcus mollis?

Holcus mollis typically has a lifespan of 2-3 years.

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:123530-2: 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].