Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
korovinii
ID:
841780

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tzvelev

Source:
wcs

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 10: 59 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000841115



Common Names

  • Leymostachys korovinii
  • Korovinii Leymostachys
  • Leymostachys Korovinii


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Description

Leymostachys korovinii (also called Korovin's Wildrye, Korovin's Wild Rye, and Korovin's Rye, among many other common names) is a species of wild rye native to the western coast of North America. It is a tufted perennial grass growing up to 1.5 m tall. It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Leymostachys korovinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leymostachys korovinii is a small, yellowish-green spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is small, dark brown, and has a smooth surface. The seedlings are thin and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leymostachys korovinii can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Leymostachys korovinii

Leymostachys korovinii can be found in Russia.

Leymostachys korovinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leymostachys korovinii?

Leymostachys korovinii

What type of plant is Leymostachys korovinii?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.

Where is Leymostachys korovinii found?

It is endemic to Peru.

Species in the Leymostachys 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-387106: Based on the initial data import
Nikolai Tzvelev (1925-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tzvelev' in the authors string.