Status:
valid
Authors:
P.M.Peterson
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 114: 199 (2018)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000005954
Description
Muhlenbergia romaschenkoi (also called Romaschenko's Muhlenbergia, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Mexico. It has a dense, tufted habit and grows up to 30 cm tall. The leaves are narrow and have a sharp point. It is found in dry, sandy soils in open woodlands, grasslands and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Muhlenbergia romaschenkoi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Muhlenbergia romaschenkoi is yellow and tubular. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a long stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Muhlenbergia romaschenkoi is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3m tall. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Muhlenbergia romaschenkoi
Muhlenbergia romaschenkoi is native to the grasslands of Mexico.
Muhlenbergia romaschenkoi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Muhlenbergia romaschenkoi?
Muhlenbergia romaschenkoi
What is the family of Muhlenbergia romaschenkoi?
Poaceae
What is the common name of Muhlenbergia romaschenkoi?
Romaschenko's Muhlenbergia
Species in the Muhlenbergia genus
Muhlenbergia aguascalientensis,
Muhlenbergia alamosae,
Muhlenbergia andina,
Muhlenbergia angustata,
Muhlenbergia annua,
Muhlenbergia appressa,
Muhlenbergia arenacea,
Muhlenbergia arenicola,
Muhlenbergia argentea,
Muhlenbergia arizonica,
Muhlenbergia arsenei,
Muhlenbergia articulata,
Muhlenbergia asperifolia,
Muhlenbergia atacamensis,
Muhlenbergia aurea,
Muhlenbergia beyrichiana,
Muhlenbergia biloba,
Muhlenbergia brandegeei,
Muhlenbergia brevifolia,
Muhlenbergia breviligula,
Muhlenbergia brevis,
Muhlenbergia breviseta,
Muhlenbergia brevivaginata,
Muhlenbergia bushii,
Muhlenbergia californica,
Muhlenbergia capillaris,
Muhlenbergia capillipes,
Muhlenbergia caxamarcensis,
Muhlenbergia ciliata,
Muhlenbergia coerulea,
Muhlenbergia crispiseta,
Muhlenbergia cualensis,
Muhlenbergia curtifolia,
Muhlenbergia curtisetosa,
Muhlenbergia curviaristata,
Muhlenbergia cuspidata,
Muhlenbergia decumbens,
Muhlenbergia depauperata,
Muhlenbergia distans,
Muhlenbergia distichophylla,
Muhlenbergia diversiglumis,
Muhlenbergia dubia,
Muhlenbergia dumosa,
Muhlenbergia durangensis,
Muhlenbergia duthieana,
Muhlenbergia elongata,
Muhlenbergia eludens,
Muhlenbergia emersleyi,
Muhlenbergia eriophylla,
Muhlenbergia expansa,
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:77192895-1: 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].