Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cristatus
ID:
917944

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rolfe) S.C.Chen & J.J.Wood

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Fl. China 25: 349 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000917279



Common Names

  • Cylindrolobus cristatus
  • Cristatus Cylindrolobus
  • Cylindrolobus Cristatus


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Description

Cylindrolobus cristatus (also called Crested Cylindrolobus, among many other common names) is a species of bamboo native to the tropical and subtropical regions of China, India, and Southeast Asia. It is a clumping bamboo that grows to a height of 10-15 feet with culms that are 0.5-1 inch in diameter. It prefers moist soils and full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Cylindrolobus cristatus is a species of grass that is used as an ornamental in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a fodder crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cylindrolobus cristatus has a large, bright yellow flower with red and white markings. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cylindrolobus cristatus is a perennial grass that is adapted to a wide range of soils and climates. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, and it can be planted in spring or fall. It is drought-tolerant and can be mowed or grazed.

Where to Find Cylindrolobus cristatus

Cylindrolobus cristatus is native to the tropical rainforests of South America.

Species in the Cylindrolobus genus

Cylindrolobus fastigatifolius, Cylindrolobus cootesii, Cylindrolobus aliciae, Cylindrolobus perspicabilis, Cylindrolobus marginatus, Cylindrolobus cristatus, Cylindrolobus tenuicaulis, Cylindrolobus nutans, Cylindrolobus linearifolius, Cylindrolobus longissimus, Cylindrolobus elisheae, Cylindrolobus alboluteus, Cylindrolobus kalabakanensis, Cylindrolobus elatus, Cylindrolobus longpasiaensis, Cylindrolobus aporoides, Cylindrolobus biflorus, Cylindrolobus brachystachyus, Cylindrolobus clavicaulis, Cylindrolobus compressus, Cylindrolobus erythrostictus, Cylindrolobus exappendiculatus, Cylindrolobus gramineus, Cylindrolobus hallieri, Cylindrolobus jensenianus, Cylindrolobus kandarianus, Cylindrolobus kenejianus, Cylindrolobus leucanthus, Cylindrolobus longerepens, Cylindrolobus mucronatus, Cylindrolobus pinguis, Cylindrolobus quadricolor, Cylindrolobus rhodoleucus, Cylindrolobus soronensis, Cylindrolobus truncatus, Cylindrolobus validus, Cylindrolobus verruculosus, Cylindrolobus virginalis, Cylindrolobus warianus, Cylindrolobus arunachalensis, Cylindrolobus hegdei, Cylindrolobus lohitensis, Cylindrolobus glanduliferus, Cylindrolobus benchaii, Cylindrolobus beccarianus, Cylindrolobus burleyi, Cylindrolobus carneus, Cylindrolobus clemensiorum, Cylindrolobus neglectus, Cylindrolobus puakensis,

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

Robert Allen Rolfe (1855-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolfe' in the authors string.
Jeffrey James Wood (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Wood' in the authors string.
Sing Chi Chen (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.C.Chen' in the authors string.