Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pichiana
ID:
908985

Status:
valid

Authors:
Foggi, Gr.Rossi & Pignotti

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Webbia 62: 4 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000908320

Common Names

  • Sesleria pichiana
  • Pichiana Sesleria
  • Pich's Sesleria

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Description

Sesleria pichiana (also called Pich's sesleria, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the western United States. It has thin, narrow blades and a sweet scent. It prefers moist soils and is often found in meadows, pastures, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Sesleria pichiana is used as an ornamental grass in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sesleria pichiana has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sesleria pichiana is a perennial grass native to the Mediterranean region. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of soil types and climates. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but it can also be propagated by division. It is a fast-growing grass and can spread quickly, so it should be kept in check by regular mowing or trimming.

Where to Find Sesleria pichiana

Sesleria pichiana is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Sesleria pichiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sesleria pichiana?

Sesleria pichiana

What is the common name of Sesleria pichiana?

Pich's Meadowgrass

Where is Sesleria pichiana found?

It is found in Spain

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

Bruno Foggi (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Foggi' in the authors string.
Graziano Rossi (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gr.Rossi' in the authors string.
L. Pignotti: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pignotti' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77084947-1: 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].