Syrrhopodon spuriodisciformis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spuriodisciformis
ID:
1192380
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dusén
Source:
tro
Year:
1896
Citation Micro:
Kongl. Svenska Vetensk. Acad. Handl., n.s. 28(3): 35. a–g, f. 1–2 1896
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001191718
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Syrrhopodon spuriodisciformis (also called Spuriodisciformis, among many other common names) is a small, tufted, perennial grass native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It typically grows in moist, shady habitats, and is characterized by its narrow, light green leaves and small, yellow-brown flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Syrrhopodon spuriodisciformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover in landscaping, and as a source of fiber for paper production.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Syrrhopodon spuriodisciformis is a small, yellowish-green spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong nutlet. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation information for Syrrhopodon spuriodisciformis includes sowing the seeds in a well-drained soil mix, maintaining a temperature of around 70°F (21°C), and providing adequate light and humidity. Propagation can be done by division of the plant, or by taking stem cuttings.
Where to Find Syrrhopodon spuriodisciformis
Syrrhopodon spuriodisciformis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.
Species in the Syrrhopodon genus
Syrrhopodon isthmi, Syrrhopodon obuduensis, Syrrhopodon annotinus, Syrrhopodon armatispinosus, Syrrhopodon fissipapillatus, Syrrhopodon insularum, Syrrhopodon steyermarkii, Syrrhopodon kiiense, Syrrhopodon brasiliensis, Syrrhopodon bartramii, Syrrhopodon stenophyllus, Syrrhopodon africanus, Syrrhopodon albidus, Syrrhopodon albo-vaginatus, Syrrhopodon apertifolius, Syrrhopodon aristifolius, Syrrhopodon armatus, Syrrhopodon asper, Syrrhopodon ciliatus, Syrrhopodon circinatus, Syrrhopodon confertus, Syrrhopodon croceus, Syrrhopodon cuneifolius, Syrrhopodon cymbifolius, Syrrhopodon disciformis, Syrrhopodon elatus, Syrrhopodon elongatus, Syrrhopodon erubescens, Syrrhopodon fimbriatus, Syrrhopodon flammeonervis, Syrrhopodon flexifolius, Syrrhopodon gardneri, Syrrhopodon gaudichaudii, Syrrhopodon graminicola, Syrrhopodon graminifolius, Syrrhopodon helicophyllus, Syrrhopodon hispidissimus, Syrrhopodon hispidocostatus, Syrrhopodon hornschuchii, Syrrhopodon incompletus, Syrrhopodon involutus, Syrrhopodon lamprocarpus, Syrrhopodon leprieurii, Syrrhopodon ligulatus, Syrrhopodon lycopodioides, Syrrhopodon mahensis, Syrrhopodon mammillosus, Syrrhopodon mauritianus, Syrrhopodon muelleri, Syrrhopodon parasiticus,
Species in the Calymperaceae family
Arthrocormus schimperi, Calymperes robinsonii, Calymperes rubiginosum, Calymperes aeruginosum, Calymperes afzelii, Calymperes beccarii, Calymperes boulayi, Calymperes couguiense, Calymperes crassinerve, Calymperes erosum, Calymperes fasciculatum, Calymperes graeffeanum, Calymperes guildingii, Calymperes guineense, Calymperes hispidum, Calymperes levyanum, Calymperes linearifolium, Calymperes lonchophyllum, Calymperes loucoubense, Calymperes mangalorense, Calymperes moluccense, Calymperes motleyi, Calymperes nanum, Calymperes nicaraguense, Calymperes othmeri, Calymperes palisotii, Calymperes pallidum, Calymperes pintasii, Calymperes platyloma, Calymperes porrectum, Calymperes pungens, Calymperes schmidtii, Calymperes serratum, Calymperes smithii, Calymperes strictifolium, Calymperes subintegrum, Calymperes subserratum, Calymperes tahitense, Calymperes tenerum, Calymperes thomeanum, Calymperes venezuelanum, Calymperes bartramii, Calymperes noakhalense, Calymperes mitrafugax, Calymperes boninense, Calymperes norkettii, Calymperes woodii, Calymperes serratioides, Exodictyon dentatum, Exodictyon incrassatum,
References
Per Karl Hjalmar Dusén (1855-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dusén' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35178345: Based on data supplied by Bryonames