Nematopoa longipes - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Stapf & C.E.Hubb.) C.E.Hubb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1957
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 12: 52 (1957)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000881375
Common Names
- Nematopoa longipes
- Long-footed Nematopoa
- Long-footed Nematopoa Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Nematopoa longipes (also called Long-stalked nematopoa, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Madagascar. It grows in clumps and has thin, wiry stems with narrow, silvery-green leaves. It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Nematopoa longipes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as a food source for various animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Nematopoa longipes are small and white. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Nematopoa longipes is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to tropical regions. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings, and prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Nematopoa longipes
Nematopoa longipes can be found in Madagascar.
Nematopoa longipes FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nematopoa longipes?
Nematopoa longipes
What is the family of Nematopoa longipes?
Poaceae
Where is Nematopoa longipes found?
Africa and Madagascar
Species in the Nematopoa genus
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
Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.
Charles Edward Hubbard (1900-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.E.Hubb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:409401-1: 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].