Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
steenisianus
ID:
844227

Status:
valid

Authors:
Markgr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Blumea 19: 160 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000843562



Common Names

  • Steenisianus Chilocarpus
  • Beaked Rush
  • Beaked Cattail


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Description

Chilocarpus steenisianus (also called Steenis' Bentgrass, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial grass that is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. It typically grows in moist, grassy areas, such as meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Chilocarpus steenisianus is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chilocarpus steenisianus is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chilocarpus steenisianus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Chilocarpus steenisianus

Chilocarpus steenisianus is found in the Himalayas.

Chilocarpus steenisianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chilocarpus steenisianus?

Chilocarpus steenisianus

What is the common name of Chilocarpus steenisianus?

Steenis' Bentgrass

What is the habitat of Chilocarpus steenisianus?

Chilocarpus steenisianus is found in dry, open habitats, such as grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-38951: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Markgraf (1897-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Markgr.' in the authors string.