Rostraria smyrnaea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Trin.) H.Scholz
Source:
wcvp
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 19: 109 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001427353
Common Names
- Rostraria smyrnaea
- Smyrnaea Rostraria
- Smyrnaea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rostraria smyrnaea (also called Smyrnaea Rostraria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Poaceae. It is a perennial grass that grows up to 1 meter tall and is native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Rostraria smyrnaea is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rostraria smyrnaea has small, white flowers that are tubular in shape and have a long, protruding stigma. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rostraria smyrnaea is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Rostraria smyrnaea
Rostraria smyrnaea is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.
Rostraria smyrnaea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rostraria smyrnaea?
Rostraria smyrnaea
What type of plant is Rostraria smyrnaea?
It is a perennial herbaceous plant
Where is Rostraria smyrnaea found?
It is found in Mexico and Central America
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
IPNI record: 947028-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001428591
Carl Bernhard von Trinius (1778-1844): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trin.' in the authors string.
Hildemar Scholz (1928-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Scholz' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:947028-1: 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].