Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
robustus
ID:
1305295

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Renvoize) R.P.Oliveira, A.C.Mota & C.Silva

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 326: 162 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317749



Common Names

  • Ichnanthus
  • Robust Ichnanthus
  • Robustus Ichnanthus


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Description

Ichnanthus robustus (also called Robustus Palm, among many other common names) is a perennial palm with a single trunk and a crown of pinnate leaves. It is native to Colombia, Venezuela, and Ecuador, and is found in humid tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ichnanthus robustus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ichnanthus robustus has small white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ichnanthus robustus is a tropical grass native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Ichnanthus robustus

Ichnanthus robustus can be found in the tropical forests of South America.

Ichnanthus robustus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ichnanthus robustus?

Ichnanthus robustus

What is the common name of Ichnanthus robustus?

Robust Grass

Where is Ichnanthus robustus native to?

South America

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

Stephen Andrew Renvoize (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Renvoize' in the authors string.
Reyjane Patricia de Oliveira (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.P.Oliveira' in the authors string.
Aline Costa da Mota: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Mota' in the authors string.
Christian Silva: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Silva' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77177664-1: 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].