Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oaxacensis
ID:
878217

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steud.) Hitchc. ex Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 24: 145 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000877552

Common Names

  • Lasiacis oaxacensis
  • Oaxaca Panicgrass
  • Oaxaca Speargrass

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Description

Lasiacis oaxacensis (also called Oaxacan grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to South America. It is a tufted grass with a short, erect stem and long, narrow leaves. It grows in moist areas, such as riverbanks and wet meadows, and is often found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Lasiacis oaxacensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal tea which is known to have anti-inflammatory properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lasiacis oaxacensis var. maxonii (Swallen) Davidse
Lasiacis oaxacensis var. oaxacensis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lasiacis oaxacensis has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lasiacis oaxacensis is a perennial grass that is native to South America. It is a low-growing species that typically grows to a height of 12-18 inches (30-45 cm). It has a rhizomatous root system and can spread quickly. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny location and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Lasiacis oaxacensis

Lasiacis oaxacensis can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Lasiacis oaxacensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasiacis oaxacensis?

Lasiacis oaxacensis

What is the common name of Lasiacis oaxacensis?

Oaxacan Lasiacis

What is the natural habitat of Lasiacis oaxacensis?

Dry forests and woodlands

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

A. S. Hitchcock (1865-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hitchc.' in the authors string.
Mary Agnes Chase (1869-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chase' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:135710-2: 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].