Tripogon oliganthos - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cope
Source:
wcs
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47: 662 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000904762
Common Names
- Oliganthos Reed Canary Grass
- Oliganthos Reed Canary-grass
- Oliganthos Reed Canary Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tripogon oliganthos (also called Few-flowered 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 oliganthos is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control. The plant is known for its drought tolerance and can be used in xeriscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tripogon oliganthos 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 oliganthos 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 oliganthos
Tripogon oliganthos is native to India and can be found in various parts of the country.
Tripogon oliganthos FAQ
What are the common names of Tripogon oliganthos?
Tripogon oliganthos is commonly known as few-flowered crowfoot grass
What is the growth rate of Tripogon oliganthos?
Tripogon oliganthos has a slow growth rate
What is the optimal soil type for Tripogon oliganthos?
Tripogon oliganthos 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
Thomas Arthur Cope (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cope' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:968438-1: 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].