Status:
valid
Authors:
C.E.Hubb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 4: 365 (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000887106
Common Names
- Paratheria glaberrima
- Smooth Paratheria
- Smooth Paratheria
Description
Paratheria glaberrima (also called Smooth Paratheria, among many other common names) is a small, perennial grass species native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa. It has narrow, flat leaves and a short, spike-like inflorescence. It is found in dry areas, such as grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Paratheria glaberrima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Paratheria glaberrima is a small, yellow spikelet that is borne in a panicle. The seed is a small, black caryopsis. The seedlings are slender and have a short, tufted root system.
Cultivation and Propagation
Paratheria glaberrima is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground and is drought tolerant. It is a low-maintenance plant and does not require much care.
Where to Find Paratheria glaberrima
Paratheria glaberrima is native to tropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.
Paratheria glaberrima FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paratheria glaberrima?
Paratheria glaberrima
What is the common name of Paratheria glaberrima?
Smooth Paratheria
Where is Paratheria glaberrima found?
Paratheria glaberrima is found in tropical Africa and Asia.
Species in the Paratheria 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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:413706-1: 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].