Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
horsfieldii
ID:
873290

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Munro) Widjaja

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 11: 81 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000872625



Common Names

  • Fimbribambusa horsfieldii
  • Horsfieldii Fimbribambusa
  • Horsfieldii's Fimbribambusa


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Description

Fimbribambusa horsfieldii (also called Horsfield's Bamboo, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to the Mediterranean region. It is a perennial grass with a tufted habit and has narrow, linear leaves. It is found in rocky areas, on cliffs, and in dry grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Fimbribambusa horsfieldii is a species of grass that is commonly used as an ornamental grass in gardens. It is drought tolerant and has a very fine texture. It can also be used as a ground cover or for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Fimbribambusa horsfieldii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, grass-like, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fimbribambusa horsfieldii is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It is native to South America and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Fimbribambusa horsfieldii

Fimbribambusa horsfieldii can be found in the Himalayan region of India and Nepal.

Fimbribambusa horsfieldii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fimbribambusa horsfieldii?

Fimbribambusa horsfieldii

What is the common name of Fimbribambusa horsfieldii?

Horsfield's Bamboo

What is the growth habit of Fimbribambusa horsfieldii?

It is a clumping evergreen bamboo with an upright growth habit.

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

William Munro (1818-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Munro' in the authors string.
Elizabeth A. Widjaja (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Widjaja' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:998250-1: 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].