Hyalopoa pontica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Balansa) Tzvelev
Source:
wcs
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 50: 1320 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000875113
Common Names
- Hyalopoa pontica
- Pontic Hyalopoa
- Pontic Panic Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hyalopoa pontica (also called 'Pontic Hyalopoa', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region, growing in moist and wet habitats such as riverbanks and marshes. It has a thick, woolly stem with narrow, lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Hyalopoa pontica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in the production of herbal medicines.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hyalopoa pontica has small, white flowers with five petals and five stamens. The seeds are small and oval-shaped, and the seedlings are slender and have a single, upright stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hyalopoa pontica 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 pontica
Hyalopoa pontica is native to Europe and can be found in wetland habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and bogs.
Hyalopoa pontica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hyalopoa pontica?
Hyalopoa pontica
What is the common name of Hyalopoa pontica?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Hyalopoa pontica?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Hyalopoa genus
Species in the Poaceae family
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References
Nikolai Tzvelev (1925-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tzvelev' in the authors string.
Benjamin Balansa (1825-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balansa' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:405404-1: 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].