Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nepalensis
ID:
893772

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wall. ex Griseb.) Duthie

Source:
wcs

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
List Grasses N.W.-India : 40 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000893107

Common Names

  • Nepal Meadow-grass
  • Nepal Poa
  • Poa nepalensis

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Description

Poa nepalensis (also called Nepalese Meadow-grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass found in Asia. It has a creeping rhizome and erect culms that reach a height of 15-50 cm. It is found in shady places, such as woods, hedgerows and shady banks, and is usually found in moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Poa nepalensis is used as a turf grass and for erosion control. It is also used as a food source for livestock and wildlife.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Poa nepalensis var. nepalensis
Poa nepalensis var. nipponica (Koidz.) Soreng & G.H.Zhu

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Poa nepalensis has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Poa nepalensis is a perennial grass that grows in clumps and can reach heights of up to 2 feet. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring or early summer in a well-prepared seed bed. Division can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Poa nepalensis

Poa nepalensis is native to the Himalayas and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Poa nepalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Poa nepalensis?

Poa nepalensis

What is the family of Poa nepalensis?

Poaceae

What is the common name of Poa nepalensis?

Nepal Meadow-grass

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

Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
John Firminger Duthie (1845-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Duthie' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:417575-1: 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].