Shibataea nanpingensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Q.F.Zheng & K.F.Huang
Source:
wcs
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Wuyi Sci. J. 2: 17 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000899746
Common Names
- Nanpingensis Shibataea
- Nanpingensis Shibataea Grass
- Nanpingensis Shibataea Setaria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Shibataea nanpingensis (also called Nanping Shibataea, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to East Asia. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Shibataea nanpingensis is used as a forage crop for livestock, as well as for erosion control and as a soil conditioner. It is also used as a green manure crop.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Shibataea nanpingensis flower is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and oval-shaped.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Shibataea nanpingensis is a perennial grass native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in a wide range of soils, from sandy to clay. It prefers full sun and moderate to low water. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Shibataea nanpingensis
Shibataea nanpingensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It is also found in parts of the United States, including California, Florida, and Hawaii.
Shibataea nanpingensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Shibataea nanpingensis?
Shibataea nanpingensis
What is the common name of Shibataea nanpingensis?
Nanping rush
Where is Shibataea nanpingensis native to?
China
Species in the Shibataea 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
Qing Fang Zheng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Q.F.Zheng' in the authors string.
Ke Fu Huang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.F.Huang' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:934836-1: 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].