Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Liu ex S.L.Chen & Renvoize
Source:
tro
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 60: 605 (2005 publ. 2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001278187
Common Names
- Miscanthus lutarioriparius
- Lutarioriparius Miscanthus
- Miscanthus
Description
Miscanthus lutarioriparius (also called 'Riparian Miscanthus', among many other common names) is a grass native to Central and South America. It grows up to 1 meter tall and has small, white flowers. It prefers dry climates and can be found in woodlands, savannas, and other dry habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Miscanthus lutarioriparius is used as a source of food, medicine, and for making dyes and inks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Miscanthus lutarioriparius is a small, white, fluffy flower. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Miscanthus lutarioriparius is a hardy perennial grass that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 5-9.
Where to Find Miscanthus lutarioriparius
Miscanthus lutarioriparius is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.
Miscanthus lutarioriparius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Miscanthus lutarioriparius?
Miscanthus lutarioriparius
What are the common names of Miscanthus lutarioriparius?
Lutarioriparius Miscanthus, Lutarioriparius Miscanthus Grass
What type of plant is Miscanthus lutarioriparius?
Miscanthus lutarioriparius is a species of grass in the Poaceae family
Species in the Miscanthus genus
Miscanthus depauperatus,
Miscanthus ecklonii,
Miscanthus floridulus,
Miscanthus fuscus,
Miscanthus longiberbis,
Miscanthus nepalensis,
Miscanthus nudipes,
Miscanthus oligostachyus,
Miscanthus sacchariflorus,
Miscanthus sinensis,
Miscanthus tinctorius,
Miscanthus villosus,
Miscanthus sacchariflorus,
Miscanthus erectus,
Miscanthus paniculatus,
Miscanthus lutarioriparius,
Miscanthus wangpicheonensis,
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:77073324-1: 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].