Panicum socotranum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cope
Source:
wcs
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 39: 835 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000886393
Common Names
- Socotranum Panicum
- Socotra Panicum
- Socotra Witchgrass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Panicum socotranum (also called Socotra Panicgrass, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to the island of Socotra. It is a perennial grass that grows in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands, prairies, and disturbed areas. It has a tufted growth habit and is characterized by its narrow, flat leaves and long, branched panicles.
Uses & Benefits
Panicum socotranum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a forage crop for livestock and wildlife. It is known for its drought tolerance and is used for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Panicum socotranum is a small, greenish-white spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, dark brown grain. The seedlings are slender and erect, with narrow, linear leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Panicum socotranum is a perennial grass that can be propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is a low-maintenance grass that requires little care and is rarely affected by pests or diseases.
Where to Find Panicum socotranum
Panicum socotranum is native to the island of Socotra in the Indian Ocean.
Panicum socotranum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Panicum socotranum?
Panicum socotranum
What is the family of Panicum socotranum?
Poaceae
What is the common name of Panicum socotranum?
Socotra panicgrass
Species in the Panicum genus
Panicum acrotrichum, Panicum aequinerve, Panicum afzelii, Panicum alatum, Panicum aldabrense, Panicum altum, Panicum amarum, Panicum ambositrense, Panicum amoenum, Panicum anabaptistum, Panicum andringitrense, Panicum ankarense, Panicum antidotale, Panicum aquarum, Panicum aquaticum, Panicum arbusculum, Panicum arcurameum, Panicum assumptionis, Panicum atrosanguineum, Panicum australiense, Panicum aztecanum, Panicum bambusiusculum, Panicum bartlettii, Panicum bartowense, Panicum bechuanense, Panicum beecheyi, Panicum bergii, Panicum bisulcatum, Panicum boivinianum, Panicum bombycinum, Panicum brevifolium, Panicum buncei, Panicum callosum, Panicum calocarpum, Panicum calvum, Panicum campestre, Panicum capillare, Panicum capillarioides, Panicum capuronii, Panicum carneovaginatum, Panicum caudiglume, Panicum cayennense, Panicum cervicatum, Panicum chambeshii, Panicum chaseae, Panicum chillagoanum, Panicum chionachne, Panicum chloroleucum, Panicum cinctum, Panicum coloratum,
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
Thomas Arthur Cope (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cope' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:904841-1: 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].