Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pulvinata
ID:
842007

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 14: t. 1362 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000841342



Common Names

  • Aciachne Pulvinata
  • Pillow Aciachne
  • Cushion Aciachne


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Description

Aciachne pulvinata (also called Common Wiregrass, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to Australia. It is a perennial grass with short, narrow leaves and grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, woodlands, and coastal dunes.

Uses & Benefits

Aciachne pulvinata is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Aciachne pulvinata is a small, spike-like inflorescence, with a single spikelet per node. The seed of Aciachne pulvinata is a small, brown caryopsis. The seedlings of Aciachne pulvinata have a single, erect leaf, with a narrow, pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aciachne pulvinata is a low-growing, evergreen perennial with a creeping habit. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. The seedlings should emerge in about two weeks. When propagating by division, carefully separate the root ball into several sections and replant each section in a separate pot. Water the newly planted divisions and keep the soil moist. Provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Aciachne pulvinata

Aciachne pulvinata is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Aciachne pulvinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aciachne pulvinata?

Aciachne pulvinata

What is the common name of Aciachne pulvinata?

Pulvinata grass

What is the habitat of Aciachne pulvinata?

It is found in open grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas

Species in the Poaceae family

Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:271518-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].