Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nilgiricus
ID:
909241

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kabeer & V.J.Nair

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 25: 9 (2007 publ. 2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000908576

Common Names

  • Polypogon nilgiricus
  • Nilgiri Beardgrass
  • Nilgiri Rabbitfoot Grass

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Description

Polypogon nilgiricus (also called Polypogon nilgiricus, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to the tropical regions of South America. It is a tufted grass with narrow, linear leaves and small, spike-like inflorescences. It grows in open grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Polypogon nilgiricus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make baskets and mats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polypogon nilgiricus has small, white flowers with three petals and three sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polypogon nilgiricus is a grass species native to India. It can be propagated by seed or by division. To cultivate, provide a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist but not wet. Provide bright, indirect light and keep the temperature between 65-85°F (18-29°C).

Where to Find Polypogon nilgiricus

Polypogon nilgiricus is native to India and can be found in the Himalayan region.

Polypogon nilgiricus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polypogon nilgiricus?

Polypogon nilgiricus

What is the common name of Polypogon nilgiricus?

Nilgiri Beardgrass

What is the natural habitat of Polypogon nilgiricus?

Grassy meadows, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

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

Velukutty Jayachandran Nair (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.J.Nair' in the authors string.
Kadher Althaf Ahamed Kabeer (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kabeer' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77093834-1: 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].