Aeridostachya trichotaenia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trichotaenia
ID:
879866
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schltr.) Brieger
Source:
wcs
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Orchideen Beschreib. Kult. Zücht. , ed. 3, 1(11-12): 714 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000879201
Common Names
- Trichotaenia Aeridostachya
- Trichotaenia Aeridostachy Grass
- Trichotaenia Aeridostachya Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aeridostachya trichotaenia (also called three-awned melic grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the Mediterranean region. It has an upright habit, with long, narrow, grey-green leaves and small, yellow-green flowers that appear in summer. It is typically found in dry, sunny areas, such as rocky slopes and hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Aeridostachya trichotaenia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens due to its attractive flowers. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever and headache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aeridostachya trichotaenia is white and bell-shaped. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aeridostachya trichotaenia is a perennial grass that is native to Europe and Asia. It can be grown from seed or propagated by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a meadow or in a naturalized area.
Where to Find Aeridostachya trichotaenia
Aeridostachya trichotaenia can be found in the Mediterranean region, western Europe, and western Asia.
Aeridostachya trichotaenia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aeridostachya trichotaenia?
Aeridostachya trichotaenia
What is the common name of Aeridostachya trichotaenia?
Three-awned Melick
What is the family of Aeridostachya trichotaenia?
Poaceae
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
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Gustav Brieger (1900-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brieger' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:908249-1: Based on the initial data import