Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
sanjappae
ID:
1320409

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kabeer & V.J.Nair) Veldkamp

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 13: 302 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332863

Common Names

  • Koordersiochloa Sanjappae
  • Sanjappae Koordersiochloa
  • Sanjappae

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Description

Koordersiochloa sanjappae (also called 'Sanjappa's Grass', among many other common names) is a perennial grass that is native to India. It has a tufted habit and grows to a height of about 30 cm. The leaves are linear and the flowers are yellow in color. It grows in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Koordersiochloa sanjappae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics. It is also used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Koordersiochloa sanjappae has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Koordersiochloa sanjappae is best propagated by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground, and should be watered regularly to keep the soil moist. Fertilize regularly to promote healthy growth.

Where to Find Koordersiochloa sanjappae

Koordersiochloa sanjappae is native to the Caribbean and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Koordersiochloa sanjappae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Koordersiochloa sanjappae?

Koordersiochloa sanjappae

What type of plant is Koordersiochloa sanjappae?

Koordersiochloa sanjappae is a grass-like plant.

Where can Koordersiochloa sanjappae be found?

Koordersiochloa sanjappae can be found in the tropical forests of India and Southeast Asia.

Species in the Koordersiochloa 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

Jan Frederik Veldkamp (1941-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Veldkamp' in the authors string.
Velukutty Jayachandran Nair (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.J.Nair' in the authors string.
Kadher Althaf Ahamed Kabeer (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kabeer' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77118970-1: 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].