Arthraxon raizadae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.K.Jain, Hemadri & Deshp.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
J. Indian Bot. Soc. 51: 103 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000849915
Common Names
- Raizada's Hedgehoggrass
- Raizada Hedgehog-grass
- Raizada's Hedgehog-grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Arthraxon raizadae (also called Raizada's Hedgegrass, among many other common names) is an annual grass native to India. It grows to a height of 0.3-0.6 m and has a slender stem with a tuft of leaves at the top. It prefers moist, shady habitats and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Arthraxon raizadae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a groundcover in dry areas and is known for its drought tolerance.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arthraxon raizadae has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and grass-like.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Arthraxon raizadae is a clump-forming, perennial grass that grows up to 1.2 m in height. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Mauritius. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps.
Where to Find Arthraxon raizadae
Arthraxon raizadae can be found in India.
Arthraxon raizadae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arthraxon raizadae?
Arthraxon raizadae
What is the family of Arthraxon raizadae?
Poaceae
What is the native range of Arthraxon raizadae?
India
Species in the Arthraxon genus
Arthraxon antsirabensis, Arthraxon castratus, Arthraxon cuspidatus, Arthraxon depressus, Arthraxon echinatus, Arthraxon epectinatus, Arthraxon hispidus, Arthraxon inermis, Arthraxon jubatus, Arthraxon junnarensis, Arthraxon lanceolatus, Arthraxon lancifolius, Arthraxon meeboldii, Arthraxon microphyllus, Arthraxon multinervus, Arthraxon nudum, Arthraxon nudus, Arthraxon prionodes, Arthraxon raizadae, Arthraxon santapaui, Arthraxon submuticus, Arthraxon typicus, Arthraxon villosus, Arthraxon australiensis,
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
Koppula Hemadri (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemadri' in the authors string.
U.R. Deshpande (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Deshp.' in the authors string.
Sudhanshu Kumar Jain (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.K.Jain' in the authors string.
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