Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
wardii
ID:
387893

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.E.C.Fisch.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1940: 291 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000387225

Common Names

  • Brachytome wardii
  • Ward's Brachytome
  • Ward's False Dandelion

Searching for Brachytome wardii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Brachytome wardii (also called Ward's Hairgrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant with thin, wiry stems and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is native to North America and is found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Brachytome wardii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its fruits are edible. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brachytome wardii has white flowers, small, dark brown seeds and seedlings with cotyledons that are ovate to obovate.

Searching for Brachytome wardii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Brachytome wardii is a perennial plant native to Mexico and Central America. It grows up to 2 feet in height and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done through division of the root ball or by seed. It is best to propagate in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Brachytome wardii

Brachytome wardii is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Brachytome wardii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachytome wardii?

Brachytome wardii

What is the common name of Brachytome wardii?

Ward's Brachytome

What is the natural habitat of Brachytome wardii?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References