Setaria elementii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Domin) R.D.Webster
Source:
tro
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Seibutsu 16(3): 442 1995
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001237270
Common Names
- Setaria Elementii
- Elementii Setaria
- Elementii Foxtail
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Setaria elementii (also called Foxtail Millet, among many other common names) is an annual grass native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has thin, green leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It is found in fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Setaria elementii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Setaria elementii is white with yellow centers and has four petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Setaria elementii is an evergreen perennial that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is done by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining soil mix. Division should be done in late spring or early summer and the divisions planted in a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Setaria elementii
Setaria elementii is native to the tropical forests of India, Nepal, and Bhutan.
Setaria elementii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Setaria elementii?
Setaria elementii
What is the natural habitat of Setaria elementii?
Grasslands, savannas, and shrublands
What is the conservation status of Setaria elementii?
Least Concern
Species in the Setaria genus
Setaria albovillosa, Setaria alonsoi, Setaria apiculata, Setaria appendiculata, Setaria arizonica, Setaria atrata, Setaria australiensis, Setaria austrocaledonica, Setaria aversa, Setaria barbata, Setaria barbinodis, Setaria basiclada, Setaria bathiei, Setaria bosseri, Setaria brigalow, Setaria brownii, Setaria cernua, Setaria chapmanii, Setaria chondrachne, Setaria clementii, Setaria clivalis, Setaria constricta, Setaria cordobensis, Setaria corrugata, Setaria criniformis, Setaria dielsii, Setaria distans, Setaria distantiflora, Setaria elegantula, Setaria faberi, Setaria fiebrigii, Setaria finita, Setaria flavida, Setaria forbesiana, Setaria gausa, Setaria geminata, Setaria globoidea, Setaria globulifera, Setaria gracillima, Setaria grandis, Setaria grandispiculata, Setaria grisebachii, Setaria guizhouensis, Setaria hassleri, Setaria homonyma, Setaria humbertiana, Setaria hunzikeri, Setaria incrassata, Setaria intermedia, Setaria italica,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50093766: Based on the initial data import
Karel Domin (1882-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Domin' in the authors string.
Robert D. Webster (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.D.Webster' in the authors string.