Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
pallens
ID:
876200

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sw.) Munro ex Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Fl. Hongk. : 414 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000875535

Common Names

  • Ichnanthus pallens
  • Pale Ichnanthus
  • Giant Ichnanthus

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Description

Ichnanthus pallens (also called Common Ichnanthus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Asia. It has a short stem, and its leaves are linear and lanceolate. It prefers dry and sunny habitats, such as grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ichnanthus pallens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used to make traditional medicines for treating fever, colds, and coughs.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ichnanthus pallens var. major (Nees) Stieber
Ichnanthus pallens var. pallens

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ichnanthus pallens is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ichnanthus pallens can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered location, as it can be damaged by strong winds. It is a drought tolerant plant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).

Where to Find Ichnanthus pallens

Ichnanthus pallens can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Ichnanthus pallens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ichnanthus pallens?

Ichnanthus pallens

What is the common name of Ichnanthus pallens?

N/A

What is the natural habitat of Ichnanthus pallens?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
William Munro (1818-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Munro' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:405749-1: 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].