Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
limosa
ID:
893493

Status:
valid

Authors:
Scribn. & T.A.Williams

Source:
wcs

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Circ. Div. Agrostol. U.S.D.A. 9: 5 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000892828

Common Names

  • Poa limosa
  • Soft Meadowgrass
  • Soft Poa

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Description

Poa limosa (also called Limosa 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 limosa is used as a forage grass for livestock, as a ground cover in lawns and gardens, and as an ornamental grass in landscaping. It is also used to stabilize soil and control erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Poa limosa 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 limosa 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 limosa

Poa limosa is found in North America, Europe, and Asia. It is commonly found in moist meadows and pastures.

Poa limosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Poa limosa?

Poa limosa

Where is Poa limosa found?

Poa limosa is found in the Himalayas, from Kashmir to Nepal.

What type of soil does Poa limosa prefer?

Poa limosa 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

Frank Lamson-Scribner (1851-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scribn.' in the authors string.
Thomas Albert Williams (1864-1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.A.Williams' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:204337-2: 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].