Triodia triticoides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.A.Gardner
Source:
wcs
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Fl. W. Austral. 1: 78 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000904684
Common Names
- Triticoides Spinifex
- Triticoides Triangle Grass
- Triticoides Triodia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Triodia triticoides (also called Porcupine Grass, among many other common names) is a species of grass in the genus Triodia. It is a perennial grass with a tufted habit and has a grey-green colour. It is native to Australia and is found in arid and semi-arid regions, growing in sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Triodia triticoides is used in the production of paper, as it is a fast-growing grass that can be harvested for its fibres. It is also used as a source of fuel and in the construction of shelters.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Triodia triticoides has small, yellow flowers that are tubular in shape and have five petals. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have two, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Triodia triticoides is a perennial grass native to Australia. It is a hardy species that can tolerate a wide range of soil types and conditions. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny position. Division of established plants can be done in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Triodia triticoides
Triodia triticoides is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, and Western Australia.
Triodia triticoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Triodia triticoides?
Triodia triticoides
What is the common name of Triodia triticoides?
Triticoides Spinifex
What is the natural habitat of Triodia triticoides?
Arid and semi-arid regions of Australia
Species in the Triodia genus
Triodia acutispicula, Triodia aeria, Triodia angusta, Triodia aristiglumis, Triodia aurita, Triodia basedowii, Triodia biflora, Triodia bitextura, Triodia brizoides, Triodia bromoides, Triodia bunglensis, Triodia burbidgeana, Triodia bynoei, Triodia claytonii, Triodia compacta, Triodia concinna, Triodia contorta, Triodia cunninghamii, Triodia danthonioides, Triodia desertorum, Triodia dielsii, Triodia epactia, Triodia fissura, Triodia fitzgeraldii, Triodia helmsii, Triodia hubbardii, Triodia inaequiloba, Triodia integra, Triodia intermedia, Triodia inutilis, Triodia irritans, Triodia lanata, Triodia lanigera, Triodia latzii, Triodia longiceps, Triodia longiloba, Triodia longipalea, Triodia marginata, Triodia melvillei, Triodia microstachya, Triodia mitchellii, Triodia molesta, Triodia pascoeana, Triodia plectrachnoides, Triodia plurinervata, Triodia procera, Triodia prona, Triodia pungens, Triodia racemigera, Triodia radonensis,
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
Charles Austin Gardner (1896-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Gardner' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:424906-1: 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].