Piresia macrophylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Soderstr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 34: 203 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000890883
Common Names
- Piresia macrophylla
- Macrophylla Piresia
- Macrophylla Feather Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Piresia macrophylla (also called Large-leaved grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to Central and South America. It is found in meadows, pastures, and roadsides, and is tolerant of dry conditions.
Uses & Benefits
Piresia macrophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a groundcover in areas with dry, sandy soil. It has a low maintenance requirement and is drought tolerant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Piresia macrophylla is a small, white flower with four petals. The seed is small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and green with small, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Piresia macrophylla can be done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and the seedlings transplanted when large enough to handle. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Larger divisions can be planted out direct into their permanent positions. We have found it best to pot up the smaller divisions and grow them on in a cold frame until they are established.
Where to Find Piresia macrophylla
Piresia macrophylla can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and other areas with standing water in South America.
Piresia macrophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Piresia macrophylla?
Piresia macrophylla
What is the common name of Piresia macrophylla?
Macrophyllous Feathergrass
Where is Piresia macrophylla native to?
Mexico and Central America
Species in the Piresia 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
Thomas Robert Soderstrom (1936-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soderstr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:199908-2: 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].