Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tianschanica
ID:
894744

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Regel) Hack. ex O.Fedtsch.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Pl. Pamir : 75 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000894079

Common Names

  • Poa tianschanica
  • Tianshan Bluegrass
  • Tianshan Poa

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Description

Poa tianschanica (also called Tianshan bluegrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Central Asia. It has a short rhizome and a tufted habit, with narrow, flat, and pointed leaves. It is found in dry, open, and disturbed areas, such as roadsides, meadows, and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Poa tianschanica is a grass species that is commonly used for ornamental purposes, such as lawns and gardens. It is also used as a forage crop for livestock and as a cover crop to prevent soil erosion.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Poa tianschanica var. kokanica (Regel) O.Fedtsch.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Poa tianschanica has small, white flowers that appear in clusters on the tips of stems. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a glossy sheen. The seedlings are small and have a tuft of white hairs at the base of the stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Poa tianschanica is a perennial grass that is native to Central Asia. It grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or seed. The seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Poa tianschanica

Poa tianschanica can be found in China, in the provinces of Gansu, Qinghai, and Sichuan.

Poa tianschanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Poa tianschanica?

Poa tianschanica

What is the common name of Poa tianschanica?

Tianshan bluegrass

What is the growth habit of Poa tianschanica?

It is a low-growing, tufted perennial 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

Olga Fédchenko (1845-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Fedtsch.' in the authors string.
Eduard Hackel (1850-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hack.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:418222-1: 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].