Perotis indica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) Kuntze
Source:
wcs
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 787 (1891)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000889506
Common Names
- Indian Perotis
- Perotis indica
- Indian Perotis Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Perotis indica (also called Indian 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 indica 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 indica 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Perotis indica is a perennial grass that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be mowed to keep it looking neat.
Where to Find Perotis indica
Perotis indica is found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.
Perotis indica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Perotis indica?
Perotis indica
What are the common names of Perotis indica?
No common names are known for this species
Where is Perotis indica found?
Perotis indica is found in Southeast Asia
Species in the Perotis genus
Perotis acanthoneuron, Perotis clarksonii, Perotis flavidodula, Perotis hildebrandtii, Perotis hordeiformis, Perotis humbertii, Perotis indica, Perotis leptopus, Perotis patens, Perotis pilosa, Perotis rara, Perotis scabra, Perotis somalensis, Perotis vaginata, Perotis arenacea, Perotis ornithocephala,
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 Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:167554-3: 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].