Status:
valid
Authors:
P.Biju, Josekutty & Augustine
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Int. J. Pl. Anim. Environm. Sci. 6: 135 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346894
Common Names
- Isachne bhatii
- Bhatii Isachne
- Isachne Bhatii
Description
Isachne bhatii (also called 'Bhat's Isachne', among many other common names) is a species of grass found in India. It has thin, green leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry, grassy meadows and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Isachne bhatii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine. It is also used as a source of food, fuel, and timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Isachne bhatii has small, yellow flowers with six tepals. Its seeds are small and brown. Seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Isachne bhatii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered position, as it can be damaged by strong winds. It is also susceptible to frost damage, so it should be grown in a warm, sheltered position. It is best propagated in spring or early summer, when the soil is warm and moist.
Where to Find Isachne bhatii
Isachne bhatii can be found in the Bhatii Mountains of India.
Isachne bhatii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Isachne bhatii?
Isachne bhatii
What is the natural habitat of Isachne bhatii?
Isachne bhatii is native to the tropical rainforests of India.
What are the common names of Isachne bhatii?
Common names for Isachne bhatii include tropical rainforest grass, yellow-flowered grass, and yellow-leaved grass.
Species in the Isachne genus
Isachne albens,
Isachne angladei,
Isachne angolensis,
Isachne angustifolia,
Isachne arfakensis,
Isachne arundinacea,
Isachne ascendens,
Isachne bicolor,
Isachne borii,
Isachne bourneorum,
Isachne brassii,
Isachne cambodiensis,
Isachne carolinensis,
Isachne cernua,
Isachne chevalieri,
Isachne ciliaris,
Isachne ciliatiflora,
Isachne clarkei,
Isachne clementis,
Isachne cochinchinensis,
Isachne comata,
Isachne commelinifolia,
Isachne confusa,
Isachne deccanensis,
Isachne diabolica,
Isachne dimyloides,
Isachne dioica,
Isachne disperma,
Isachne distichophylla,
Isachne eberhardtii,
Isachne elegans,
Isachne fischeri,
Isachne globosa,
Isachne goiasensis,
Isachne gossweileri,
Isachne gracilis,
Isachne guangxiensis,
Isachne guineensis,
Isachne hainanensis,
Isachne henryi,
Isachne himalaica,
Isachne hoi,
Isachne homonyma,
Isachne humbertiana,
Isachne humicola,
Isachne jayachandranii,
Isachne kinabaluensis,
Isachne kiyalaensis,
Isachne kunthiana,
Isachne langkawiensis,
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
Jomy Augustine: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Augustine' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77158350-1: 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].