Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
japonicum
ID:
854992

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hack.) Matsum. ex Honda

Source:
wcs

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
J. Fac. Sci. Univ. Tokyo, Sect. 3, Bot. 3: 210 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000854327



Common Names

  • Brachyachne japonicum
  • Japonicum Signalgrass
  • Japonicum Panicum


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Description

Brachyelytrum japonicum (also called Japanese Woodgrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Asia. It is a tufted grass with erect culms, and its leaves are flat and have a membranous ligule. It is found in grasslands, savannas, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Brachyelytrum japonicum is used as an ornamental grass in gardens and parks. It is also used for soil stabilization, erosion control, and as a forage crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brachyelytrum japonicum has small, yellow-green flowers that appear in late spring. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a long, narrow leaf shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachyelytrum japonicum is a perennial grass native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. It grows to a height of up to 1 m and prefers moist soils. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a well-prepared seedbed and lightly covered with soil. Once established, it can be divided and replanted in the spring.

Where to Find Brachyelytrum japonicum

Brachyelytrum japonicum is native to Japan and can be found in moist meadows, marshes, and other wet areas.

Brachyelytrum japonicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachyelytrum japonicum?

Brachyelytrum japonicum

What is the common name of Brachyelytrum japonicum?

Japanese Grass

What is the natural habitat of Brachyelytrum japonicum?

It is found in open grassland, woodlands, and disturbed areas in tropical and subtropical regions

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

Jinzo Matsumura (1856-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Matsum.' in the authors string.
Masaji Honda (1897-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Honda' in the authors string.
Eduard Hackel (1850-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hack.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77176944-1: 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].