Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
skipetarum
ID:
899580

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ujhelyi

Source:
wcs

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 62: 61 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000898915

Common Names

  • Skipetarum Meadow-grass
  • Skipetarum Sesleria
  • Skipetarum Bluegrass

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Description

Sesleria skipetarum (also called Balkan meadow grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the Balkans and other parts of Europe. It has narrow, linear leaves and grows in grasslands, meadows, and other habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sesleria skipetarum 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 skipetarum is a small, greenish-white spike, with a few short-stalked flowers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong nut. The seedlings are very small and delicate, with narrow, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Sesleria skipetarum: This species is best grown in full sun in moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and will germinate in 1-2 weeks. Transplant the seedlings into individual pots when they are large enough to handle and grow them on in the cold frame for their first winter. Plant out in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Sesleria skipetarum

Sesleria skipetarum is native to the Balkans.

Sesleria skipetarum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sesleria skipetarum?

Sesleria skipetarum

How tall does Sesleria skipetarum grow?

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

What type of soil does Sesleria skipetarum prefer?

Sesleria skipetarum 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

József Ujhelyi (1910-1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ujhelyi' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:421399-1: 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].