Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
flavidodula
ID:
890164

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 17: 145 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000889499

Common Names

  • Flavidodula Perotis
  • Perotis flavidodula
  • Flavidodula Perotis Grass

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Description

Perotis flavidodula (also called Flavidodula perotis, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is characterized by its small, white flowers and its thin, linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Perotis flavidodula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Perotis flavidodula is small and white, with five petals. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, with green leaves and a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Perotis flavidodula is a perennial grass that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light shade. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 5-9.

Where to Find Perotis flavidodula

Perotis flavidodula is found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Perotis flavidodula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Perotis flavidodula?

Perotis flavidodula

What are the common names of Perotis flavidodula?

No common names are known for this species

Where is Perotis flavidodula found?

Perotis flavidodula is found in Southeast Asia

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

Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:415492-1: 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].