Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
erectus
ID:
1096842

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gibbs.-Russ.

Source:
tro

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001096180

Common Names

  • Miscanthus erectus
  • Erectus Miscanthus
  • Miscanthus Erectus

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Description

Miscanthus erectus (also called Erect Miscanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Asia. It grows in a variety of habitats, including roadsides, fields, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Miscanthus erectus is an ornamental grass that is used in landscaping and as a windbreak. It is also used for soil stabilization and erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Miscanthus erectus is a small, yellowish-green spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, yellowish-brown caryopsis, and the seedlings are small, light green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Miscanthus erectus is a perennial grass that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be propagated by seed or vegetative means. To propagate by seed, sow the seed in a well-prepared seedbed and cover lightly with soil. To propagate by vegetative means, divide the plants in spring or early summer and replant in a prepared bed.

Where to Find Miscanthus erectus

Miscanthus erectus is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Species in the Poaceae family

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