Status:
valid
Authors:
Köcke, Mering & Kadereit
Source:
wcs
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 67: 391 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000916135
Common Names
- Buchenau Triglochin
- Triglochin Buchenaui
- Buchenaui Triglochin
Description
Triglochin buchenaui (also called Büchenau's Arrowgrass, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Juncaginaceae. It is an annual herb, up to 40 cm tall, native to Central Europe. It is found in moist meadows, at altitudes of 1000-3000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Triglochin buchenaui is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to control soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Triglochin buchenaui is a small, white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Triglochin buchenaui is a perennial grass that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils, and is best propagated by seed or division. It is tolerant of cold temperatures and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10.
Where to Find Triglochin buchenaui
Triglochin buchenaui is native to Brazil and can be found in wetland areas.
Triglochin buchenaui FAQ
What is the scientific name of Triglochin buchenaui?
Triglochin buchenaui
What is the common name of Triglochin buchenaui?
Buchenaui Triglochin
What is the natural habitat of Triglochin buchenaui?
Grasslands, meadows, and other open areas
Species in the Triglochin genus
Triglochin stowardii,
Triglochin turrifera,
Triglochin gaspensis,
Triglochin compacta,
Triglochin protuberans,
Triglochin hexagona,
Triglochin milnei,
Triglochin barrelieri,
Triglochin bulbosa,
Triglochin calcitrapa,
Triglochin centrocarpa,
Triglochin elongata,
Triglochin laxiflora,
Triglochin maritima,
Triglochin mexicana,
Triglochin minutissima,
Triglochin mucronata,
Triglochin muelleri,
Triglochin nana,
Triglochin palustris,
Triglochin striata,
Triglochin trichophora,
Triglochin isingiana,
Triglochin longicarpa,
Triglochin buchenaui,
Triglochin scilloides,
Species in the Juncaginaceae family
Cycnogeton huegelii,
Cycnogeton lineare,
Cycnogeton procerum,
Cycnogeton rheophilum,
Cycnogeton multifructum,
Cycnogeton alcockiae,
Cycnogeton dubium,
Cycnogeton microtuberosum,
Tetroncium magellanicum,
Triglochin stowardii,
Triglochin turrifera,
Triglochin gaspensis,
Triglochin compacta,
Triglochin protuberans,
Triglochin hexagona,
Triglochin milnei,
Triglochin barrelieri,
Triglochin bulbosa,
Triglochin calcitrapa,
Triglochin centrocarpa,
Triglochin elongata,
Triglochin laxiflora,
Triglochin maritima,
Triglochin mexicana,
Triglochin minutissima,
Triglochin mucronata,
Triglochin muelleri,
Triglochin nana,
Triglochin palustris,
Triglochin striata,
Triglochin trichophora,
Triglochin isingiana,
Triglochin longicarpa,
Triglochin buchenaui,
Triglochin scilloides,