Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lhasaensis
ID:
893481

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bor

Source:
wcs

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Surv. India 7: 132 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000892816

Common Names

  • Poa lhasaensis
  • Tussock Grass
  • Mountain Meadow Grass

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Description

Poa lhasaensis (also called Lhasa Poa, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to the Himalayas. It is a tufted grass with a creeping rhizome, and grows to a height of up to 0.6 meters. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and alpine meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Poa lhasaensis is an ornamental grass that is often used in gardens and parks. It has a low-growing habit and produces attractive blue-green foliage. It is also used as a ground cover in areas where other plants are not able to grow.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Poa lhasaensis has small, white flowers with a yellowish center. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Poa lhasaensis is a perennial grass that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and moist soil. Propagation is best done by sowing the seed directly in the garden. It can also be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Poa lhasaensis

Poa lhasaensis is native to the United States and can be found in the western states, including California, Oregon, and Washington.

Poa lhasaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Poa lhasaensis?

Poa lhasaensis

Where is Poa lhasaensis found?

Poa lhasaensis is found in the Himalayas, from Tibet to Nepal.

What type of soil does Poa lhasaensis prefer?

Poa lhasaensis prefers moist, well-drained soils.

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

Norman Loftus Bor (1893-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bor' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:417394-1: 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].