Status:
valid
Authors:
(Renvoize & Zuloaga) Zuloaga & Morrone
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 33: 296 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000908573
Common Names
- Renvoizea sacciolepoides
- Sacciolepoides Renvoizea
- Sacciolepoides
Description
Renvoizea sacciolepoides (also called Renvoizea sacciolepoides, 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
Renvoizea sacciolepoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make baskets and mats.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Renvoizea sacciolepoides has small, white flowers with three petals and three sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Renvoizea sacciolepoides is an epiphytic orchid species native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Himalayas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. 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 Renvoizea sacciolepoides
Renvoizea sacciolepoides is native to India and can be found in the Himalayan region.
Renvoizea sacciolepoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Renvoizea sacciolepoides?
Renvoizea sacciolepoides
What is the common name of Renvoizea sacciolepoides?
Sac-like Renvoizea
What is the natural habitat of Renvoizea sacciolepoides?
Grassy meadows, open woodlands, and disturbed areas
Species in the Renvoizea genus
Renvoizea acicularifolia,
Renvoizea restingae,
Renvoizea vaginiviscosa,
Renvoizea trinii,
Renvoizea teretifolia,
Renvoizea sacciolepoides,
Renvoizea marauensis,
Renvoizea lagostachya,
Renvoizea durifolia,
Renvoizea glaziovii,
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:60447890-2: 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].