Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pappiformis
ID:
905160

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Keng) P.C.Kuo & S.L.Lu

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Fl. Reipubl. Popularis Sin. 9(3): 317 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000904495

Common Names

  • Trikeraia pappiformis
  • Pappiformis Grass
  • Papery Grass

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Description

Trikeraia pappiformis (also called Pappiform Tussock Grass, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to Australia. It grows to a height of up to 1 meter and has a tufted habit with narrow, linear leaves. It prefers sandy soils and is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Trikeraia pappiformis is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and diuretic properties. It is also used as a food source, as well as for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trikeraia pappiformis has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trikeraia pappiformis is a perennial grass that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in USDA hardiness zones 4-9.

Where to Find Trikeraia pappiformis

Trikeraia pappiformis is native to the mountains of central and southern China, where it can be found growing in rocky, alpine habitats.

Trikeraia pappiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trikeraia pappiformis?

Trikeraia pappiformis

What type of plant is Trikeraia pappiformis?

Grass

What is the natural habitat of Trikeraia pappiformis?

Dry, open woods and prairies

Species in the Trikeraia 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

Pung Chao Kuo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.C.Kuo' in the authors string.
Yi Li Keng (1898-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Keng' in the authors string.
Shen(g) Lian Lu (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.L.Lu' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:975693-1: 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].