Status:
valid
Authors:
(Pilg.) P.M.Peterson
Source:
Year:
2021
Citation Micro:
J. Syst. Evol. 60: 637 (2021)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000048265
Common Names
- Schoenefeldiella transiens
- Transient Schoenefeldiella
- Transient Wiregrass
Description
Schoenefeldiella transiens (also called Transient Schoenefeldiella, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant that grows in clumps. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is found in wet meadows, marshes, and along the edges of ponds and streams. It has long, narrow leaves and small, brown flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Schoenefeldiella transiens is a wetland plant that can be used for erosion control, water filtration, and as a habitat for wildlife. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Schoenefeldiella transiens is small and yellow. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schoenefeldiella transiens is a perennial grass that is propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light shade. It can be mowed to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Schoenefeldiella transiens
Schoenefeldiella transiens is native to Europe and can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.
Schoenefeldiella transiens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schoenefeldiella transiens?
Schoenefeldiella transiens
What type of plant is Schoenefeldiella transiens?
Grass
Where is Schoenefeldiella transiens found?
Europe
Species in the Schoenefeldiella 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:77305357-1: 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].