Ixophorus unisetus - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.Presl) Schltdl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1862
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 31: 421 (1862)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000876490
Common Names
- Ixophorus Unisetus
- Unisetus Grass
- One-Spike Ixophorus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ixophorus unisetus (also called One-awned Ixophorus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Poaceae. It is a perennial grass that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in open areas, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Ixophorus unisetus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of firewood and timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ixophorus unisetus has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ixophorus unisetus is a perennial herb that is native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix at a depth of 1/4 inch and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, Ixophorus unisetus should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Ixophorus unisetus
Ixophorus unisetus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.
Ixophorus unisetus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ixophorus unisetus?
Ixophorus unisetus
What is the common name of Ixophorus unisetus?
One-Spike Swordgrass
Where is Ixophorus unisetus found?
Ixophorus unisetus is found in Central and South America
Species in the Ixophorus genus
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
Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:406372-1: 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].