Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ligularis
ID:
878340

Status:
valid

Authors:
Trin.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg, Sér. 6, Sci. Math., Seconde Pt. Sci. Nat. 5(2, Bot.): 168 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000877675



Common Names

  • Ligularis Cutgrass
  • Rice Cutgrass
  • Northern Cutgrass


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Description

Leersia ligularis (also called lanceolate cutgrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Asia, Europe, and North America. It grows in moist areas, such as riverbanks, lake shores, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Leersia ligularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Leersia ligularis var. breviligulata (Prodan) Pyrah
Leersia ligularis var. grandiflora (Döll) Pyrah
Leersia ligularis var. ligularis
Leersia ligularis var. glabriflora Pyrah

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leersia ligularis has small white flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leersia ligularis is a perennial grass that can be propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best to sow the seeds in early spring or late fall. The seeds should be planted in a shallow furrow and lightly covered with soil. Water the area regularly until the seedlings are established. Once established, the grass will require minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Leersia ligularis

Leersia ligularis is native to India, China, and Southeast Asia. It can be found in moist, grassy areas, such as meadows, pastures, and along roadsides.

Leersia ligularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leersia ligularis?

Leersia ligularis

What is the common name of Leersia ligularis?

Ligulate Rice Grass

What is the growth habit of Leersia ligularis?

It is an annual grass with erect culms.

Species in the Leersia 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

Carl Bernhard von Trinius (1778-1844): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trin.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:137029-2: 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].