Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rottboellioides
ID:
880481

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Hitchc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 12: 211 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000879816



Common Names

  • Mesosetum rottboellioides
  • Rottboellioides Mesosetum
  • Rottboell's Mesosetum


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Description

Mesosetum rottboellioides (also called Rottboell's Mesosetum, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to the tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas. It typically grows in dry, sandy soils and is characterized by its long, narrow leaves and its tall, upright stems with a dense covering of hairs.

Uses & Benefits

Mesosetum rottboellioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mesosetum rottboellioides is yellow and small, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mesosetum rottboellioides is a perennial grass that grows in clumps and is native to the Caribbean. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division of clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division of clumps should be done in early spring or late summer.

Where to Find Mesosetum rottboellioides

Mesosetum rottboellioides is native to tropical South America.

Mesosetum rottboellioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mesosetum rottboellioides?

Mesosetum rottboellioides

What are the common names of Mesosetum rottboellioides?

Rottboellia-like Spike-Moss, Rottboellia-like Mesosetum

What is the growth habit of Mesosetum rottboellioides?

Mesosetum rottboellioides is a low-growing, mat-forming, evergreen perennial.

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

A. S. Hitchcock (1865-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hitchc.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:158011-2: 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].