Melica spectabilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Scribn.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1885
Citation Micro:
Proc. Acad. Nat. Sci. Philadelphia 37: 45 (1885)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000879438
Common Names
- Melica Spectabilis
- Spectacular Melic Grass
- Spectacular Melic
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Melica spectabilis (also called Spectacular Melic Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Asia. It grows in dry, rocky habitats, and can reach up to 1.2 m in height. It has long, narrow leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Melica spectabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Melica spectabilis is a small, greenish-white spikelet, usually with three flowers. The seed is a small, dark brown caryopsis. The seedlings are usually short, with short, erect leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Melica spectabilis is a perennial grass native to Europe and western Asia. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and other areas with plenty of sun and moisture. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in early spring. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plants will require regular watering and fertilizing. If desired, the plants can be divided in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Melica spectabilis
Melica spectabilis can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey and North Africa.
Melica spectabilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Melica spectabilis?
Melica spectabilis
What is the common name of Melica spectabilis?
Spectacular melic grass
Where is Melica spectabilis native to?
Western United States
Species in the Melica genus
Melica aschersonii, Melica thuringiaca, Melica weinii, Melica altissima, Melica altissima, Melica amethystina, Melica animarum, Melica argentata, Melica argyrea, Melica aristata, Melica arzivencoi, Melica bocquetii, Melica bonariensis, Melica brasiliana, Melica brevicoronata, Melica bulbosa, Melica californica, Melica canariensis, Melica capillaris, Melica cepacea, Melica chilensis, Melica ciliata, Melica commersonii, Melica cupanii, Melica decipiens, Melica dendroides, Melica eligulata, Melica eremophila, Melica frutescens, Melica fugax, Melica geyeri, Melica glabrescens, Melica harfordii, Melica hunzikeri, Melica hyalina, Melica imperfecta, Melica kozlovii, Melica lilloi, Melica longiflora, Melica longiligulata, Melica macra, Melica minor, Melica minuta, Melica mollis, Melica montezumae, Melica mutica, Melica nitens, Melica nutans, Melica onoei, Melica pappiana,
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
Frank Lamson-Scribner (1851-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scribn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:156630-2: 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].