Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
venusta
ID:
842036

Status:
valid

Authors:
(McClure) Z.P.Wang & G.H.Ye ex Ohrnb. & Goerrings

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Bamboos World , ed. 2: 61 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000841371



Common Names

  • Acidosasa Venusta
  • Beautiful Acidosasa
  • Lovely Acidosasa


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Description

Acidosasa venusta (also called Beautiful Acidosasa, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to China. It is a perennial grass with long, narrow leaves and grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, woodlands, and coastal dunes.

Uses & Benefits

Acidosasa venusta has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headaches, and abdominal pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Acidosasa venusta are yellow and star-shaped, with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acidosasa venusta is a small, evergreen, perennial fern that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or by spores. It is a low-maintenance plant and is resistant to most pests and diseases.

Where to Find Acidosasa venusta

Acidosasa venusta is found in China, Japan, and Korea.

Acidosasa venusta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acidosasa venusta?

Acidosasa venusta

What is the natural habitat of Acidosasa venusta?

Forests and shrubs

What is the average height of Acidosasa venusta?

Up to 1.5 meters

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

Zheng Ping Wang (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.P.Wang' in the authors string.
Guang Han Ye (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.H.Ye' in the authors string.
Floyd Alonzo McClure (1897-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McClure' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:961854-1: 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].