Sohnsia filifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(E.Fourn.) Airy Shaw
Source:
wcs
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 18: 272 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000900068
Common Names
- Sohnsia filifolia
- Thread-leaved Sohnsia
- Thread-leaved Snakeweed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sohnsia filifolia (also called Threadleaf Fimbry, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to the United States. It is a small, annual grass that grows to a height of 10-20 cm. It is found in dry, sandy soils and is commonly found in open fields and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Sohnsia filifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sohnsia filifolia is a yellow-green color and has four petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sohnsia filifolia is a perennial grass native to South America. It is typically found in moist to wet soils in open areas, such as meadows, marshes, and wet prairies. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring or fall in moist soil and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall, and cuttings can be taken in the summer. All propagation methods should be done in moist soil and kept moist until established.
Where to Find Sohnsia filifolia
Sohnsia filifolia can be found in the western United States, including California, Oregon, and Washington.
Sohnsia filifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sohnsia filifolia?
Sohnsia filifolia
What is the common name of Sohnsia filifolia?
Thread-leaved Sohnsia
What is the natural habitat of Sohnsia filifolia?
It is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka
Species in the Sohnsia 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
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.
Eugène Pierre Nicolas Fournier (1834-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Fourn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:238192-2: 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].