Eulalia pruinosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
B.S.Sun & M.Y.Wang
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
J. Yunnan Univ. (Nat. Sci. Ed.) 21: 94 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000869308
Common Names
- Eulalia pruinosa
- Pruinosa Eulalia
- Eulalia Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eulalia pruinosa (also called Chinese Silvergrass, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to East Asia. It is a perennial grass that grows in clumps, and can reach a height of 1.5 meters. It is found in moist grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Eulalia pruinosa is used in horticulture as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eulalia pruinosa has small, white flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eulalia pruinosa is a perennial grass native to India. It grows in moist, shady areas and can reach up to 1.2 m in height. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn, with each division containing at least three shoots.
Where to Find Eulalia pruinosa
Eulalia pruinosa can be found in India, China, and Japan.
Eulalia pruinosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eulalia pruinosa?
Eulalia pruinosa
What is the common name of Eulalia pruinosa?
Pruinose Eulalia
Where is Eulalia pruinosa native to?
China
Species in the Eulalia genus
Eulalia annua, Eulalia aurea, Eulalia bicornuta, Eulalia brevifolia, Eulalia fastigiata, Eulalia hirtifolia, Eulalia leptostachys, Eulalia leschenaultiana, Eulalia mackinlayi, Eulalia manipurensis, Eulalia maritima, Eulalia milsumi, Eulalia mollis, Eulalia monostachya, Eulalia pallens, Eulalia phaeothrix, Eulalia polyneura, Eulalia pruinosa, Eulalia ridleyi, Eulalia shrirangii, Eulalia siamensis, Eulalia smitinandiana, Eulalia splendens, Eulalia staintonii, Eulalia tetraseta, Eulalia thwaitesii, Eulalia villosa, Eulalia yunnanensis, Eulalia madkotiensis, Eulalia conjugata, Eulalia simonii,
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
Bi Sin Sun (1921-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.S.Sun' in the authors string.
M.Y. Wang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Y.Wang' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77106796-1: 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].