Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cylindrica
ID:
876296

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Raeusch.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1797

Citation Micro:
Nomencl. Bot. Pl. Illustr. , ed. 3: 10 (1797)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000875631

Common Names

  • Imperata cylindrica
  • Cylindrica Imperata
  • Giant Imperata

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Description

Imperata cylindrica (also called Cogon grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass with long, narrow leaves. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands. It is found in grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Imperata cylindrica is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Imperata cylindrica is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf that is long and narrow.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Imperata cylindrica is a perennial grass that can be propagated by seed or by division of existing clumps. Seeds should be sown in early spring and kept moist until germination. Division of existing clumps can be done in spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided into smaller pieces and replanted in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Imperata cylindrica

Imperata cylindrica is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in moist grasslands, open forests, and along roadsides.

Imperata cylindrica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Imperata cylindrica?

Imperata cylindrica

What is the family of Imperata cylindrica?

Poaceae

Where is Imperata cylindrica found?

Worldwide

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

IPNI record: 30138371-2: Originally associated with wfo-0001428926
Palisot de Beauvois (1752-1820): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Beauv.' in the authors string.
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:30138371-2: 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].