Status:
valid
Authors:
Renvoize
Source:
wcs
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 39: 455 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000903244
Common Names
- Suddia sagittifolia
- Arrow-Leaf Suddia
- Arrow Suddia
Description
Suddia sagittifolia (also called Arrowleaf Feathergrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the semi-arid regions of Central Asia. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is characterized by its narrow, grey-green leaves and its long, slender inflorescences.
Uses & Benefits
Suddia sagittifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used for erosion control and to provide food and shelter for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Suddia sagittifolia is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin, green, and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Suddia sagittifolia is a perennial shrub that is native to tropical regions and is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Suddia sagittifolia
Suddia sagittifolia can be found in South America.
Suddia sagittifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Suddia sagittifolia?
Suddia sagittifolia
What is the common name of Suddia sagittifolia?
Arrowleaf Grass
What is the natural habitat of Suddia sagittifolia?
Grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas
Species in the Suddia 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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:905351-1: 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].