Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pulchellus
ID:
878745

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Balf.f.) Clayton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 37: 420 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000878080



Common Names

  • Pretty Lepturus
  • Pulchellus Lepturus
  • Pretty Lepturus Grass


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Description

Lepturus pulchellus (also called Lovely Vein-grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas. It has a tufted habit and its stems are up to 60 cm tall. Its leaves are linear, and its spikelets are arranged in two rows.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lepturus pulchellus has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. Its seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have a long, narrow leaf blade.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepturus pulchellus is a small, perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Lepturus pulchellus

Lepturus pulchellus can be found in Europe and Asia.

Lepturus pulchellus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepturus pulchellus?

Lepturus pulchellus

What type of organism is Lepturus pulchellus?

Lepturus pulchellus is a species of filamentous cyanobacteria

What is the habitat of Lepturus pulchellus?

Lepturus pulchellus is found in freshwater and marine habitats

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

Isaac Bayley Balfour (1853-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balf.f.' in the authors string.
William Derek Clayton (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Clayton' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:910828-1: 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].