Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
wilsonii
ID:
1543214

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rendle) D.Z.Li & Y.X.Zhang

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Pl. Diversity 42(3): 132 (2020)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000024437

Common Names

  • Ravenochloa wilsonii
  • Wilson's Ravenochloa
  • Wilson Ravenochloa

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Description

Ravenochloa wilsonii (also called Wilson’s Ravenochloa, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has a tufted habit and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are linear and up to 30 cm long. It is found in wet areas such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Ravenochloa wilsonii is used in traditional medicine for treating fever and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ravenochloa wilsonii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ravenochloa wilsonii is a perennial herb that is native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Ravenochloa wilsonii

Ravenochloa wilsonii is native to India and can be found in the states of Gujarat and Maharashtra.

Ravenochloa wilsonii FAQ

What are the common names of Ravenochloa wilsonii?

Ravenochloa wilsonii is commonly known as Wilson's Ravenochloa.

What is the native range of Ravenochloa wilsonii?

Ravenochloa wilsonii is native to the Caribbean.

What type of environment does Ravenochloa wilsonii prefer?

Ravenochloa wilsonii prefers moist, shady environments.

Species in the Ravenochloa genus

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:77210599-1: 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].