Rostraria azorica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Hend.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 141: 126 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000896180
Common Names
- Rostraria azorica
- Azorean Rostraria
- Azorean False Brome
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rostraria azorica (also called Azorean false brome, among many other common names) is an annual grass native to the Azores. It grows in clumps and has flat leaves with smooth edges. It is found in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Rostraria azorica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a fodder crop for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rostraria azorica is a small, yellowish-green inflorescence. The seed is a small, black, glossy nut. The seedlings are small, green, and have two opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rostraria azorica is a perennial grass that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division. The seed should be sown in early spring and the divisions should be done in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Rostraria azorica
Rostraria azorica is native to the Azores, but can also be found in parts of North Africa, the Middle East, and Central Asia.
Rostraria azorica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rostraria azorica?
Rostraria azorica
What is the family of Rostraria azorica?
Poaceae
Where is Rostraria azorica native to?
Central Asia
Species in the Rostraria 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
S. Henderson (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Hend.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:20010482-1: 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].