Trisetum phleoides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
Kunth
Source:
wcs
Year:
Citation Micro:
Révis. Gramin. i. 101.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000905331
Common Names
- Phleoides Meadow Grass
- Phleoides Tuft Grass
- Phleoides Meadow Foxtail
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Trisetum phleoides (also called Phleoides Foxtail Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the eastern United States. It typically grows to a height of 1-3 feet, and is characterized by its long, narrow leaves and its purplish-green inflorescence. It is found in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands, meadows, and prairies.
Uses & Benefits
Trisetum phleoides is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It can also be used as a soil stabilizer and to provide habitat for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trisetum phleoides has small, yellowish-green flowers that form a panicle. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a tuft of long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Trisetum phleoides is a perennial grass that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is easy to propagate by seed, and can be grown from cuttings. It is also tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Trisetum phleoides
Trisetum phleoides is native to the western United States, from California to Montana, and in parts of Canada.
Trisetum phleoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trisetum phleoides?
Trisetum phleoides
What is the common name of Trisetum phleoides?
Mountain Foxtail
What is the habitat of Trisetum phleoides?
Dry slopes and meadows
Species in the Trisetum genus
Trisetum alpestre, Trisetum altaicum, Trisetum ambiguum, Trisetum antarcticum, Trisetum argenteum, Trisetum bertolonii, Trisetum buschianum, Trisetum caudulatum, Trisetum clarkei, Trisetum debile, Trisetum flavescens, Trisetum fuscum, Trisetum glomeratum, Trisetum gracile, Trisetum laconicum, Trisetum longiglume, Trisetum macbridei, Trisetum macrotrichum, Trisetum orthochaetum, Trisetum phleoides, Trisetum rigidum, Trisetum scitulum, Trisetum velutinum, Trisetum yunnanense, Trisetum subspontaneum, Trisetum tamonanteae,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-448048: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.