Status:
valid
Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) P.M.Peterson
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Taxon 64: 458 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330191
Common Names
- Leptochloa Anisopoda
- Anisopoda Leptochloa
- Leptochloa Veins
Description
Leptochloa anisopoda (also called 'Anisopod Leptochloa', among many other common names) is an annual grass native to South America. It has a tufted habit and its leaves are linear and flat. It is found in grasslands, savannas and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Leptochloa anisopoda is used as an ornamental grass in gardens and is also used as a turf grass in lawns.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leptochloa anisopoda has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leptochloa anisopoda is a tropical grass that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location. Propagation is by seed or division of the plant.
Where to Find Leptochloa anisopoda
Leptochloa anisopoda is native to the Mediterranean region, but can also be found in parts of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Leptochloa anisopoda FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Leptochloa anisopoda?
Leptochloa anisopoda is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands in South Africa.
What is the size of Leptochloa anisopoda?
Leptochloa anisopoda is a small grass, typically reaching a height of 10-20 cm.
What are the blooming times of Leptochloa anisopoda?
Leptochloa anisopoda typically blooms in the spring and summer months.
Species in the Leptochloa genus
Leptochloa aquatica,
Leptochloa asthenes,
Leptochloa barbata,
Leptochloa coerulescens,
Leptochloa caudata,
Leptochloa chinensis,
Leptochloa chloridiformis,
Leptochloa decipiens,
Leptochloa digitata,
Leptochloa ligulata,
Leptochloa longa,
Leptochloa malayana,
Leptochloa monticola,
Leptochloa mucronata,
Leptochloa nealleyi,
Leptochloa neesii,
Leptochloa panicea,
Leptochloa panicoides,
Leptochloa scabra,
Leptochloa simoniana,
Leptochloa southwoodii,
Leptochloa squarrosa,
Leptochloa srilankensis,
Leptochloa tectoneticola,
Leptochloa virgata,
Leptochloa viscida,
Leptochloa pluriflora,
Leptochloa anisopoda,
Leptochloa crinita,
Leptochloa exilis,
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60468994-2: 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].