Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latifolius
ID:
890513

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1759

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat., ed. 10. 2: 1269 (1759)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000889848

Common Names

  • Pharus latifolius
  • Broad-Leaved Grass
  • Latifolius Grass

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Description

Pharus latifolius (also called the Broad-leaved Pharus, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region and the Middle East. It has a dense, rounded crown and its leaves are small, leathery and dark green. It prefers sunny, dry habitats and can tolerate drought.

Uses & Benefits

Pharus latifolius is used as an ornamental grass in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pharus latifolius 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Pharus latifolius 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 latifolius

Pharus latifolius is native to the Mediterranean region.

Pharus latifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pharus latifolius?

Pharus latifolius

What is the family of Pharus latifolius?

Poaceae

What is the common name of Pharus latifolius?

Broad-leaved Pharus

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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:316520-2: 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].