Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nitida
ID:
899540

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ten.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1815

Citation Micro:
Fl. Napol. 1: 233 (1815)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000898875

Common Names

  • Nitida Meadow-grass
  • Nitida Sesleria
  • Nitida Bluegrass

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Description

Sesleria nitida (also called Blue Moor Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the mountains of Central and Southern Europe. It grows in a clump-forming habit and has grey-green leaves with a blue-green tinge. It produces small, white flowers in the summer. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Sesleria nitida is a low-maintenance grass that is often used as a ground cover in gardens and landscaping. It is also used to control erosion on slopes and banks. It is a drought-tolerant grass that requires little water or fertilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sesleria nitida is a small, yellowish-white flower. The seed is a small, dark brown seed that is about 1-2 mm in size. The seedlings are small, green and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sesleria nitida is an evergreen perennial grass that is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in a clump and can reach up to 40 cm in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in autumn or spring in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Sesleria nitida

Sesleria nitida can be found in Central and Southern Europe, including France, Italy, and Spain.

Sesleria nitida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sesleria nitida?

Sesleria nitida

How tall does Sesleria nitida grow?

Sesleria nitida typically grows to a height of 10-20 cm.

What type of soil does Sesleria nitida prefer?

Sesleria nitida prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soils.

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

Michele Tenore (1780-1861): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ten.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:421375-1: 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].