Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
armatum
ID:
864222

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) Blatt. & McCann

Source:
wcs

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
J. Bombay Nat. Hist. Soc. 32: 425 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000863557

Common Names

  • Armatum Dichanthium
  • Armatum Panic Grass
  • Armatum Dichanthium

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Description

Dichanthium armatum (also called Armate Panic Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to North America. It has a tufted growth habit and grows to a height of between 10 and 50 cm. It is found in dry, sandy soils in open woodlands, prairies, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Dichanthium armatum has been used as a forage crop and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used in wetland restoration projects and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dichanthium armatum has small, yellowish-green flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with short, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dichanthium armatum is a perennial grass that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It is a low-maintenance grass that requires minimal care and can be mowed or left to grow naturally. It is also resistant to most pests and diseases.

Where to Find Dichanthium armatum

Dichanthium armatum is native to India and can be found growing in dry, open areas.

Dichanthium armatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dichanthium armatum?

Dichanthium armatum

What are the common names of Dichanthium armatum?

Armed finger grass

What is the habitat of Dichanthium armatum?

Dry, open areas, such as roadsides, fields, and disturbed areas

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

Ethelbert Blatter (1877-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blatt.' in the authors string.
Charles McCann (1899-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McCann' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:398530-1: 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].