Poa ligularis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Nees ex Steud.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1854
Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl. Glumac. 1: 257 (1854)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000892817
Common Names
- Poa ligularis
- Tussock Grass
- Mountain Meadow Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Poa ligularis (also called Glaucous Poa, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to Europe. 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 coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Poa ligularis 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 ligularis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Poa ligularis 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 ligularis
Poa ligularis is native to the United States and can be found in the western states, including California, Oregon, and Washington.
Poa ligularis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Poa ligularis?
Poa ligularis
Where is Poa ligularis found?
Poa ligularis is found in the Himalayas, from Kashmir to Nepal.
What type of soil does Poa ligularis prefer?
Poa ligularis prefers moist, well-drained soils.
Species in the Poa genus
Poa austrohercynica, Poa digena, Poa figertii, Poa gandogeri, Poa herjedalica, Poa intricata, Poa jemtlandica, Poa jurassica, Poa magadanensis, Poa nematophylla, Poa nobilis, Poa pawlowskii, Poa poppelwellii, Poa sclerocalamos, Poa taurica, Poa wippraensis, Poa abbreviata, Poa acicularifolia, Poa acinaciphylla, Poa acroleuca, Poa adusta, Poa aequatoriensis, Poa aequigluma, Poa affinis, Poa afghanica, Poa aitchisonii, Poa akmanii, Poa albertii, Poa albescens, Poa almasovii, Poa alopecurus, Poa alpigena, Poa alpina, Poa alsodes, Poa alta, Poa anae, Poa anceps, Poa androgyna, Poa angustifolia, Poa ankaratrensis, Poa annua, Poa antipoda, Poa arachnifera, Poa araratica, Poa arctica, Poa arechavaletae, Poa arida, Poa arnowiae, Poa asperifolia, Poa astonii,
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
Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:283390-2: 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].