Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lindl.) Rchb.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1869
Citation Micro:
Beitr. Orchid.-K. : 13 (1869)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000894996
Common Names
- Suksdorfii Poa
- Suksdorfii Meadowgrass
- Suksdorfii Bluegrass
Description
Aganisia cyanea (also called Blue False Bamboo, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to China. It grows in moist meadows, grasslands, and other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Aganisia cyanea is a popular ornamental plant, often used to decorate gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aganisia cyanea has large, blue flowers that have a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and dark green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aganisia cyanea can be propagated by division or from seed. When propagating from seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division is best done in the spring or fall. The plant should be carefully dug up and divided into smaller sections, making sure each section has a good root system. The divided sections should be replanted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist.
Where to Find Aganisia cyanea
Aganisia cyanea is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Aganisia cyanea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aganisia cyanea?
Aganisia cyanea
What is the common name of Aganisia cyanea?
Blue Star Coral
What is the natural habitat of Aganisia cyanea?
Aganisia cyanea is native to the Caribbean
Species in the Aganisia genus
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,