Ischaemum sunilii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Jabeena, Nithya, K.M.P.Kumar & Maya
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2022
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 556: 179 (2022)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000030226
Common Names
- Ischaemum sunilii
- Sunilii Ischaemum
- Ischaemum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ischaemum sunilii (also called Sunil's Ischaemum, among many other common names) is a species of grass found in Central and South America. It is a medium-sized grass, with a height of up to 1 m. It is found in grasslands, savannas, and other open areas, and is native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Costa Rica.
Uses & Benefits
Ischaemum sunilii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a fodder plant for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ischaemum sunilii is a small, yellow-green flower with a short, curved pistil. The seed of Ischaemum sunilii is a small, dark brown seed with a hard, shiny surface. The seedlings of Ischaemum sunilii are small, dark green plants with long, narrow leaves.
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Ischaemum sunilii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a moist, well-draining soil and keep the soil moist. When propagating by division, divide the plant in spring or early summer and replant the divisions in a moist, well-draining soil. Keep the soil moist until the plants are established.
Where to Find Ischaemum sunilii
Ischaemum sunilii is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as along stream banks and in wet forests.
Ischaemum sunilii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ischaemum sunilii?
Ischaemum sunilii
What is the common name of Ischaemum sunilii?
Ischaemum
What is the natural habitat of Ischaemum sunilii?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Ischaemum genus
Ischaemum afrum, Ischaemum agastyamalayanum, Ischaemum albovillosum, Ischaemum amethystinum, Ischaemum anthephoroides, Ischaemum arenosum, Ischaemum aristatum, Ischaemum aureum, Ischaemum australe, Ischaemum barbatum, Ischaemum beccarii, Ischaemum bolei, Ischaemum bombaiense, Ischaemum burmanicum, Ischaemum byrone, Ischaemum cannanorense, Ischaemum celebicum, Ischaemum ciliare, Ischaemum commutatum, Ischaemum copeanum, Ischaemum dalzellii, Ischaemum decumbens, Ischaemum diplopogon, Ischaemum eberhardtii, Ischaemum elimalayanum, Ischaemum feildingianum, Ischaemum fischeri, Ischaemum flumineum, Ischaemum fluviatile, Ischaemum fragile, Ischaemum glaucescens, Ischaemum guianense, Ischaemum hansenii, Ischaemum heterotrichum, Ischaemum hubbardii, Ischaemum huegelii, Ischaemum impressum, Ischaemum jayachandranii, Ischaemum kingii, Ischaemum koenigii, Ischaemum koleostachys, Ischaemum kumarakodiense, Ischaemum lanatum, Ischaemum latifolium, Ischaemum lisboae, Ischaemum longisetum, Ischaemum malabaricum, Ischaemum merrillii, Ischaemum minus, Ischaemum molle,
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: 77303162-1: Added by the Aug 2022 IPNI import.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77303162-1: 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].