Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
griffithiana
ID:
877160

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Muell.) Bor

Source:
wcs

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 10: 98 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000876495

Common Names

  • Jansenella Griffithiana
  • Griffithiana Grass
  • Jansenella

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Description

Jansenella griffithiana (also called Griffith's Jansenella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Poaceae. It is a perennial grass that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It is found in open areas, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Jansenella griffithiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of firewood and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Jansenella griffithiana has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jansenella griffithiana is a perennial herb that is native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix at a depth of 1/4 inch and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, Jansenella griffithiana should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Jansenella griffithiana

Jansenella griffithiana can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

Jansenella griffithiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jansenella griffithiana?

Jansenella griffithiana

What is the common name of Jansenella griffithiana?

Griffith's Jansenella

What is the natural habitat of Jansenella griffithiana?

Grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

Species in the Jansenella 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

Norman Loftus Bor (1893-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bor' in the authors string.
Karl Müller (1818-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Hal.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:406376-1: 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].