Catalepis gracilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Stent & Stapf
Source:
wcs
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1929: 11 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000858476
Common Names
- Catalepis Gracilis
- Gracilis Grass
- Graceful Catalepis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Catalepis gracilis (also called Graceful Catalepis, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the Himalayas and parts of China. It grows in moist, shady areas and is characterized by its long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Catalepis gracilis has been used in traditional medicine for the treatment of fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It has also been used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Catalepis gracilis are white to pale yellow, with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Catalepis gracilis is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial groundcover native to the Mediterranean region. It is hardy in USDA zones 8-10 and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or cuttings taken in spring or summer.
Where to Find Catalepis gracilis
Catalepis gracilis can be found in Europe, Asia, and North America.
Catalepis gracilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Catalepis gracilis?
Catalepis gracilis
What is the common name of Catalepis gracilis?
Gracilis
Where is Catalepis gracilis found?
It is found in Central America.
Species in the Catalepis genus
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
Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.
Sydney Margaret Stent (1875-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stent' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:395146-1: 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].