Zizaniopsis longhi-wagnerae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longhi-wagnerae
ID:
1594396
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dalmolim, A.Zanin & R.Trevis.
Source:
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 40: 755 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000048180
Common Names
- Zizaniopsis longhi-wagnerae
- Longhi-Wagnerae Zizaniopsis
- Longhi-Wagnerae River Millet
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Zizaniopsis longhi-wagnerae (also called Longhi-Wagner's Zizaniopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to Central and South America. It has narrow, linear leaves and spikelets with two to three flowers. It grows in moist meadows, grasslands, and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Zizaniopsis longhi-wagnerae is used as an ornamental grass in gardens and as a fodder for animals. It is also used for thatching and weaving.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Zizaniopsis longhi-wagnerae is a small, greenish-yellow spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, brown caryopsis with a single seed coat. The seedling is a small, grass-like plant with a single leaf blade.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Zizaniopsis longhi-wagnerae is a perennial grass native to the mountains of Central and South America. It is a hardy grass that can tolerate cold temperatures and is drought tolerant. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in the spring in a sunny location and kept moist until germination.
Where to Find Zizaniopsis longhi-wagnerae
Zizaniopsis longhi-wagnerae can be found in the United States.
Zizaniopsis longhi-wagnerae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zizaniopsis longhi-wagnerae?
Zizaniopsis longhi-wagnerae
What is the family of Zizaniopsis longhi-wagnerae?
Poaceae
Where is Zizaniopsis longhi-wagnerae native to?
North America
Species in the Zizaniopsis 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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77161748-1: 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].