Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
plinii
ID:
851714

Status:
valid

Authors:
Turra

Source:
wcs

Year:
1765

Citation Micro:
Farsetia : 11 (1765)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000851049



Common Names

  • Plinii Reed-Grass
  • Giant Reed
  • Common Reed


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Description

Arundo plinii (also called Pliny's Reed, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the Mediterranean region. It grows to a height of 2-4 m (6-13 ft) and has a thick, woody stem. It prefers moist soils and can be found in wetlands, riverbanks, and other wet areas.

Uses & Benefits

Arundo plinii is used as an ornamental grass in gardens and as a windbreak. It is also used for erosion control and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arundo plinii has small, white flowers with a yellowish center. Its seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer shell. Seedlings have a single, upright stem with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arundo plinii is a perennial grass that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination. Division of the rhizomes should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Arundo plinii

Arundo plinii is native to South America and can be found in moist, shady areas, such as tropical rainforests.

Arundo plinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arundo plinii?

Arundo plinii

What is the common name of Arundo plinii?

Pliny's Reed

What is the natural habitat of Arundo plinii?

Arundo plinii is found in moist areas, such as riverbanks and wetlands

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

Antonio Turra (1730-1796): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turra' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:390927-1: 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].