Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
colombiana
ID:
1554323

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sylvester & Soreng

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 74(2)-25: 2 (2019)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000034010


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Description

Podagrostis colombiana (also called Colombian Podagrostis, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Colombia. It is a tufted grass with narrow, stiff leaves and stems. It grows in open, grassy areas, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Podagrostis colombiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Podagrostis colombiana is small and yellow, with a single petal. The seed is small and oval-shaped, with a thin, papery seed coat. The seedlings are thin and spindly, with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podagrostis colombiana is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Podagrostis colombiana

Podagrostis colombiana is native to the Colombian departments of Antioquia, Cundinamarca, and Santander.

Podagrostis colombiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Podagrostis colombiana?

Podagrostis colombiana

What is the growth habit of Podagrostis colombiana?

Podagrostis colombiana is an evergreen grass that grows up to 1 meter in height.

What is the native range of Podagrostis colombiana?

Podagrostis colombiana is native to South America.

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

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77197203-1: 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].