Stipa transcarpatica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Klokov
Source:
wcs
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Nizsh. Rast. 1975: 54 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000902961
Common Names
- Transcarpatica Grass
- Pampas Grass
- Silver Spear Grass
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Stipa transcarpatica (also called Transcarpathian Needlegrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the Carpathian Mountains of Eastern Europe. It grows in dry, sandy soils, and is often found in grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Stipa transcarpatica is used as an ornamental grass in landscaping and as a fodder for livestock. It is also used to control erosion and windbreaks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Stipa transcarpatica has a long, narrow inflorescence with a single spikelet at the tip. Seed: The seeds of Stipa transcarpatica are small, brown and oval in shape. Seedlings: Stipa transcarpatica seedlings are thin and delicate with narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stipa transcarpatica is a perennial grass that is native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Asia. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in a variety of soils, from sandy to clay. It prefers full sun and can tolerate drought. It is best to sow the seeds in the fall and water regularly until the plants are established. Once established, it requires little maintenance and can be mowed or trimmed to keep it looking neat.
Where to Find Stipa transcarpatica
Stipa transcarpatica can be found in the Carpathian Mountains of Romania and Ukraine.
Stipa transcarpatica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stipa transcarpatica?
Stipa transcarpatica
What is the common name of Stipa transcarpatica?
Transcarpathian needlegrass
Where does Stipa transcarpatica grow?
It is native to eastern Europe.
Species in the Stipa genus
Stipa academica, Stipa adoxa, Stipa aktauensis, Stipa alaica, Stipa aliena, Stipa annua, Stipa apertifolia, Stipa arabica, Stipa araxensis, Stipa argillosa, Stipa asperella, Stipa atlantica, Stipa austroaltaica, Stipa austroitalica, Stipa badachschanica, Stipa baicalensis, Stipa balansae, Stipa barbata, Stipa barrancaensis, Stipa bavarica, Stipa bomanii, Stipa brachyptera, Stipa breviflora, Stipa breviseta, Stipa bungeana, Stipa capillacea, Stipa capillata, Stipa caucasica, Stipa chingii, Stipa conferta, Stipa consanguinea, Stipa cretacea, Stipa czerepanovii, Stipa daghestanica, Stipa dasyphylla, Stipa dasyvaginata, Stipa dregeana, Stipa drobovii, Stipa durifolia, Stipa ehrenbergiana, Stipa endotricha, Stipa fallacina, Stipa gaubae, Stipa gegarkunii, Stipa gnezdilloi, Stipa gracilis, Stipa grandis, Stipa hans-meyeri, Stipa henrardiana, Stipa henryi,
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
Mikhail Vasilevich Klokov (1896-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klokov' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:928424-1: 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].