Tripogon montanus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Chiov.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1907
Citation Micro:
Annuario Reale Ist. Bot. Roma 8: 351 (1908 publ. 1907)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000904757
Common Names
- Mountain Reed Canary Grass
- Mountain Reed Canary-grass
- Mountain Reed Canary Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tripogon montanus (also called Mountain Bristlegrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It grows in moist habitats, such as along streams, in wet meadows, and in other wet areas.
Uses & Benefits
Tripogon montanus is used as a fodder crop and as a soil-binding plant in hilly areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tripogon montanus is a small, yellowish-green, and has three petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tripogon montanus is a warm-season grass that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is a perennial grass that grows in clumps and can reach heights of up to 1.5 meters. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division of the clumps should be done in early spring or late summer.
Where to Find Tripogon montanus
Tripogon montanus is native to India and can be found in various parts of the country.
Tripogon montanus FAQ
What are the common names of Tripogon montanus?
Tripogon montanus is commonly known as mountain crowfoot grass
What is the growth rate of Tripogon montanus?
Tripogon montanus has a slow growth rate
What is the optimal soil type for Tripogon montanus?
Tripogon montanus prefers well-drained soil
Species in the Tripogon genus
Tripogon africanus, Tripogon bromoides, Tripogon capillatus, Tripogon chinensis, Tripogon curvatus, Tripogon debilis, Tripogon ekmanii, Tripogon filiformis, Tripogon humilis, Tripogon jacquemontii, Tripogon larsenii, Tripogon leptophyllus, Tripogon liouae, Tripogon lisboae, Tripogon longiaristatus, Tripogon major, Tripogon modestus, Tripogon montanus, Tripogon multiflorus, Tripogon nicorae, Tripogon oliganthos, Tripogon pungens, Tripogon purpurascens, Tripogon rupestris, Tripogon siamensis, Tripogon sichuanicus, Tripogon subtilissimus, Tripogon thorelii, Tripogon trifidus, Tripogon wardii, Tripogon wightii, Tripogon yunnanensis, Tripogon cope, Tripogon bimucronatus, Tripogon mahendragiriensis, Tripogon zeylanicus,
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
Emilio Chiovenda (1871-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiov.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:424955-1: 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].