Rhytachne latifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Clayton
Source:
wcs
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 32: 770 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000895870
Common Names
- Rhytachne latifolia
- Latifolia's Rhytachne
- Latifolia Rhytachne
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhytachne latifolia (also called Broadleaf Lovegrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Africa and Madagascar. It has a tufted habit and grows to a height of 10-20 cm. It is found in grasslands, savannas, and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Rhytachne latifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fuelwood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rhytachne latifolia is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhytachne latifolia is a perennial grass that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa. It is a low-growing grass that forms dense mats and is often used as a ground cover. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and needs regular watering for best growth.
Where to Find Rhytachne latifolia
Rhytachne latifolia can be found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia.
Rhytachne latifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhytachne latifolia?
Rhytachne latifolia
What is the common name of Rhytachne latifolia?
Broadleaf Wiregrass
What is the natural habitat of Rhytachne latifolia?
Grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands
Species in the Rhytachne 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
William Derek Clayton (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Clayton' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:419442-1: 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].