Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sikkimensis
ID:
876724

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bor

Source:
wcs

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 4: 115 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000876059

Common Names

  • Isachne sikkimensis
  • Sikkim False Oatgrass
  • Sikkim Isachne

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Description

Isachne sikkimensis (also called Sikkim grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to India and Nepal. It grows in a variety of habitats, including dry and moist grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Isachne sikkimensis is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Isachne sikkimensis has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isachne sikkimensis is a tropical grass that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and full sun. When propagating from seeds, soak them in warm water for 24 hours before sowing. When propagating from cuttings, use a rooting hormone and place the cuttings in a warm, humid environment. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Isachne sikkimensis

Isachne sikkimensis can be found in tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Isachne sikkimensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isachne sikkimensis?

Isachne sikkimensis

What is the common name of Isachne sikkimensis?

Sikkim Isachne

What is the habitat of Isachne sikkimensis?

Isachne sikkimensis is found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

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

Norman Loftus Bor (1893-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bor' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:406068-1: 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].