Miscanthus paniculatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paniculatus
ID:
1278848
Status:
valid
Authors:
(B.S.Sun) S.L.Chen & Renvoize
Source:
tro
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 60: 607 (2005 publ. 2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001278186
Common Names
- Miscanthus paniculatus
- Paniculatus Miscanthus
- Miscanthus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Miscanthus paniculatus (also called 'Panicled 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 paniculatus is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomach aches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Miscanthus paniculatus is a small, white, fluffy flower. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Miscanthus paniculatus 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 paniculatus
Miscanthus paniculatus is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.
Miscanthus paniculatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Miscanthus paniculatus?
Miscanthus paniculatus
What are the common names of Miscanthus paniculatus?
Paniculatus Miscanthus, Paniculatus Miscanthus Grass
What type of plant is Miscanthus paniculatus?
Miscanthus paniculatus 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
Stephen Andrew Renvoize (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Renvoize' in the authors string.
Bi Sin Sun (1921-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.S.Sun' in the authors string.
Shou Liang Chen (b.1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.L.Chen' in the authors string.
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