Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
baldwinii
ID:
879356

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.E.Hubb.) J.B.Phipps

Source:
wcs

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Kirkia 5: 249 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000878691

Common Names

  • Baldwin's Loudetiopsis
  • Baldwin's Bristle Grass
  • Baldwin's Bristlegrass

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Description

Loudetiopsis baldwinii (also called Baldwin's paspalum, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to Africa. It grows in a variety of habitats, including savannas, grasslands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Loudetiopsis baldwinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make natural dyes and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Loudetiopsis baldwinii has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Loudetiopsis baldwinii is a perennial grass that is native to tropical Africa. It is a fast-growing grass that can be propagated from seed or vegetative cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types. It is best grown in a sunny location with adequate water and fertilizer. It can be propagated by seed or vegetative cuttings.

Where to Find Loudetiopsis baldwinii

Loudetiopsis baldwinii is found in the savannas of West Africa, from Senegal to Cameroon.

Loudetiopsis baldwinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Loudetiopsis baldwinii?

Loudetiopsis baldwinii

What type of plant is Loudetiopsis baldwinii?

Grass

Where is Loudetiopsis baldwinii native to?

Africa

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

Charles Edward Hubbard (1900-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.E.Hubb.' in the authors string.
James Bird Phipps (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.Phipps' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:407640-1: 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].