Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) T.C.Hsu
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Taiwania 62(2): 152. 2017 [28 Apr 2017] (epublished)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000035895
Common Names
- Brachypodum Scleromitrion
- Brachypodum Scleromitrion Grass
- Brachypodum Scleromitrion Panic Grass
Description
Scleromitrion brachypodum (also called Short-stalked Scleromitrion, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to temperate regions of Europe and Asia. It grows in dry, sunny habitats, and has a tufted habit. Its leaves are linear, and its flowers are small and yellow.
Uses & Benefits
Scleromitrion brachypodum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Scleromitrion brachypodum has small, yellow-green flowers that are borne in a spike. The seeds are small, dark brown and triangular in shape. The seedlings are slender and have two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Scleromitrion brachypodum is a perennial grass native to Africa. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from mature plants and planted in a moist medium. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Scleromitrion brachypodum
Scleromitrion brachypodum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia.
Species in the Scleromitrion genus
Scleromitrion angustifolium,
Scleromitrion capitatum,
Scleromitrion pauciflorum,
Scleromitrion tenelliflorum,
Scleromitrion diffusum,
Scleromitrion koanum,
Scleromitrion pinifolium,
Scleromitrion verticillatum,
Scleromitrion gracilipes,
Scleromitrion linoides,
Scleromitrion sirayanum,
Scleromitrion delicatum,
Scleromitrion laceyi,
Scleromitrion largiflorens,
Scleromitrion leptocaule,
Scleromitrion subulatum,
Scleromitrion intonsum,
Scleromitrion tenuifolium,
Scleromitrion thysanotum,
Scleromitrion gibsonii,
Scleromitrion scleranthoides,
Scleromitrion brachypodum,
Scleromitrion polycladum,
Scleromitrion kerrii,
Scleromitrion galioides,
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,