Oryzopsis pungens - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hitchc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1908
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. xii. 151 (1908).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000882603
Common Names
- Pungens Wildrye
- Pungens Ricegrass
- Ricegrass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Oryzopsis pungens (also called sharp wildrye, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to western North America. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in open, grassy areas such as meadows, prairies, and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Oryzopsis pungens is used as an ornamental grass in landscaping and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oryzopsis pungens has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small with thin stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Oryzopsis pungens is a perennial grass that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some flooding.
Where to Find Oryzopsis pungens
Oryzopsis pungens can be found in the western United States, including California, Oregon, Nevada, and Arizona. It is also found in parts of Mexico and Canada.
Oryzopsis pungens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oryzopsis pungens?
Oryzopsis pungens
What is the common name of Oryzopsis pungens?
Sharp Oryzopsis
What is the natural habitat of Oryzopsis pungens?
It is native to the temperate regions of Asia, Europe, and North America
Species in the Oryzopsis 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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-426854: Based on the initial data import
A. S. Hitchcock (1865-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hitchc.' in the authors string.