Status:
valid
Authors:
(Woronow) Tzvelev
Source:
wcs
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 3: 32 (1966)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000875106
Common Names
- Lakia Hyalopoa
- Lakia Grass
- Lakia Hyalopoa
Description
Hyalopoa lakia (also called 'Lakia Grass', among many other common names) is a species of grass native to the tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It has a short, tufted stem with long, thin leaves and small, green flowers. It grows in moist, tropical forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Hyalopoa lakia is used as a forage crop for livestock, as well as for soil erosion control and as a cover crop. It is also used in landscaping and as a decorative plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hyalopoa lakia is a small, white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hyalopoa lakia is a tropical grass that is grown for forage and hay. It is best adapted to areas with warm climates and high humidity. It is propagated by seed, and should be planted in early spring or late summer. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a wide range of soils.
Where to Find Hyalopoa lakia
Hyalopoa lakia can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Hyalopoa lakia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hyalopoa lakia?
Hyalopoa lakia
What is the common name of Hyalopoa lakia?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Hyalopoa lakia?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Hyalopoa 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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:405401-1: 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].