Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
paniculata
ID:
527171

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Regel & Herder) Ovcz. & Czukav.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Fl. Tadzhiksk. S.S.R. 3: 611 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526503



Common Names

  • Allochrusa paniculata
  • Paniculata Allochrusa
  • Paniculata-Allochrusa


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Synonyms

  • Acanthophyllum paniculatum Regel & Herder [unknown]
  • Allochrusa paniculata ferganensis Jusup. ex Yukhananov [unknown]
  • Acanthophyllum paniculatum Regel [unknown]

Description

Allochrusa paniculata (also called Panicled Rush, among many other common names) is an annual grass-like plant native to Australia. It has long, thin leaves and grows in moist, grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Allochrusa paniculata is a hardy, drought-tolerant tree that can be used as a windbreak or for erosion control. Its dense canopy provides shade and can be used to create a natural privacy screen. The wood is strong and durable, making it suitable for use in furniture and other woodworking projects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Allochrusa paniculata are small, yellow-green in color and occur in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard coat. Seedlings have a single, thin stem with small, scale-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allochrusa paniculata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or greenhouse. The seedlings should be potted on when large enough to handle and planted out in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Allochrusa paniculata

Allochrusa paniculata can be found in the western United States and Canada, from California to British Columbia and east to Montana and Wyoming.

Allochrusa paniculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allochrusa paniculata?

Allochrusa paniculata

What is the common name of Allochrusa paniculata?

Paniculata Allochrusa

What is the growth habit of Allochrusa paniculata?

It is an evergreen shrub growing to a height of 1.5 m.

Species in the Caryophyllaceae family

Acanthophyllum acerosum, Acanthophyllum aculeatum, Acanthophyllum adenophorum, Acanthophyllum albidum, Acanthophyllum andarabicum, Acanthophyllum andersenii, Acanthophyllum anisocladum, Acanthophyllum bilobum, Acanthophyllum bracteatum, Acanthophyllum brevibracteatum, Acanthophyllum caespitosum, Acanthophyllum coloratum, Acanthophyllum crassifolium, Acanthophyllum cyrtostegium, Acanthophyllum diezianum, Acanthophyllum elatius, Acanthophyllum fissicalyx, Acanthophyllum glandulosum, Acanthophyllum gracile, Acanthophyllum grandiflorum, Acanthophyllum kabulicum, Acanthophyllum kandaharicum, Acanthophyllum knorringianum, Acanthophyllum korolkowii, Acanthophyllum korshinskyi, Acanthophyllum krascheninnikovii, Acanthophyllum lamondiae, Acanthophyllum laxiflorum, Acanthophyllum laxiusculum, Acanthophyllum lilacinum, Acanthophyllum longicalyx, Acanthophyllum macrodon, Acanthophyllum maimanense, Acanthophyllum mikeschinianum, Acanthophyllum mucronatum, Acanthophyllum oppositiflorum, Acanthophyllum pachycephalum, Acanthophyllum pachystegium, Acanthophyllum pleiostegium, Acanthophyllum popovii, Acanthophyllum pulcherrimum, Acanthophyllum pulchrum, Acanthophyllum pungens, Acanthophyllum raphiophyllum, Acanthophyllum recurvum, Acanthophyllum sarawschanicum, Acanthophyllum scapiflorum, Acanthophyllum schugnanicum, Acanthophyllum sordidum, Acanthophyllum speciosum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2629111: Based on the initial data import
Pavel Ovchinnikov (1903-1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ovcz.' in the authors string.
Anna Prokofevna Czukavina (1929-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Czukav.' in the authors string.
Eduard August von Regel (1815-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Regel' in the authors string.
Ferdinand Gottfried von Herder (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Herder' in the authors string.