Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Species:
mucronata
ID:
770857

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 343 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000770190

Common Names

  • Pointed Arrowgrass
  • Mucronate Arrowgrass
  • Sharp Arrowgrass

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Description

Triglochin mucronata (also called mucronate arrowgrass, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe, North Africa and temperate Asia. It grows in moist meadows, streambanks, and wet grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Triglochin mucronata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It can also be used to prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Triglochin mucronata has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, black, and triangular in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Triglochin mucronata is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a cold frame in autumn or spring. The divisions should be taken in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Triglochin mucronata

Triglochin mucronata is native to Europe and can be found in moist meadows and marshes.

Triglochin mucronata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Triglochin mucronata?

Triglochin mucronata

What is the common name of Triglochin mucronata?

Mucronate arrowgrass

What is the distribution of Triglochin mucronata?

Triglochin mucronata is found in the Atlantic Ocean

Species in the Juncaginaceae family

References

Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:603546-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.