Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
magica
ID:
875261

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) K.M.Wong

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 48: 520 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000874596

Common Names

  • Holttumochloa magica
  • Magical Holttumochloa
  • Magical Holttumochlo

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Description

Holttumochloa magica (also called Magic Holttumochloa, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Southeast Asia. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas. It has thin, narrow leaves that are green to bluish-green in color and have a velvety texture. The stems are upright and can reach heights of up to 1.5 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Holttumochloa magica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a high tolerance for drought and can be used to reduce soil erosion. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Holttumochloa magica has small, yellow flowers that bloom in summer. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped grain. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Holttumochloa magica can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division can be done in the spring or autumn. The rhizomes should be divided into sections with at least two buds each and planted in a well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize in the spring.

Where to Find Holttumochloa magica

Holttumochloa magica can be found in meadows, pastures, and grasslands in Europe and North America.

Holttumochloa magica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Holttumochloa magica?

Holttumochloa magica

What is the common name of Holttumochloa magica?

Magical Holttumochloa

What is the habitat of Holttumochloa magica?

It is found in moist, shady areas

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

Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Khoon Meng Wong (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.M.Wong' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:973122-1: 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].