Aeridostachya gobiensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gobiensis
ID:
878653
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schltr.) Rauschert
Source:
wcs
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 94: 436 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000877988
Common Names
- Aeridostachya gobiensis
- Gobi Aeridostachya
- Gobi Sandgrass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aeridostachya gobiensis (also called Gobi Aeridostachya, among many other common names) is an annual grass species native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Old World. It is a tufted grass with erect culms and long, flat leaves. It is found in open, dry habitats, such as grasslands, savannas, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Aeridostachya gobiensis has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It has also been used for erosion control and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aeridostachya gobiensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aeridostachya gobiensis is a small epiphytic orchid species native to Brazil. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into several smaller pieces, each with at least one leaf and one root. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Aeridostachya gobiensis
Aeridostachya gobiensis can be found in the Gobi Desert of Mongolia and China.
Aeridostachya gobiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aeridostachya gobiensis?
Aeridostachya gobiensis
What is the common name of Aeridostachya gobiensis?
Gobi grass
Where is Aeridostachya gobiensis found?
Aeridostachya gobiensis is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Species in the Aeridostachya genus
Aeridostachya acuminata, Aeridostachya clavimentalis, Aeridostachya coffeicolor, Aeridostachya crassipes, Aeridostachya dasystachys, Aeridostachya decurrentipetala, Aeridostachya feddeana, Aeridostachya gobiensis, Aeridostachya junghunii, Aeridostachya mearnsii, Aeridostachya odontoglossa, Aeridostachya ovilis, Aeridostachya robusta, Aeridostachya sumatrensis, Aeridostachya trichotaenia, Aeridostachya unifolia, Aeridostachya vulcanica, Aeridostachya macrophylla, Aeridostachya propinqua, Aeridostachya dulitensis,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,
References
Stephan Rauschert (1931-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rauschert' in the authors string.
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:911682-1: Based on the initial data import