Pharus ecuadoricus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Judz.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 11: 89 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000889840
Common Names
- Ecuadorian Reed Canary Grass
- Ecuadorian Canary Grass
- Ecuadorian Reed-Canary Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pharus ecuadoricus (also called the Ecuadorian Pharus, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Ecuador. It has a dense, rounded crown and its leaves are small, leathery and dark green. It prefers sunny, humid habitats and can tolerate drought.
Uses & Benefits
Pharus ecuadoricus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pharus ecuadoricus is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pharus ecuadoricus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a pot of moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Pharus ecuadoricus
Pharus ecuadoricus can be found in South America.
Pharus ecuadoricus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pharus ecuadoricus?
Pharus ecuadoricus
What is the family of Pharus ecuadoricus?
Poaceae
What is the common name of Pharus ecuadoricus?
Ecuadorian Pharus
Species in the Pharus 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
Emmet J. Judziewicz (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Judz.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:316819-2: 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].