Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
wangpicheonensis
ID:
1547493

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.I.Heo & J.S.Kim

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2021

Citation Micro:
J. Sp. Res. 10: 57 (2021)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000028070



Common Names

  • Miscanthus wangpicheonensis
  • Wangpicheonensis Miscanthus
  • Wangpicheonensis Miscanthus Plant


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Description

Miscanthus wangpicheonensis (also called 'Wangpicheon's Miscanthus', among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to East Asia. It has an upright, branching habit with linear leaves and small white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, growing in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Miscanthus wangpicheonensis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and stomach pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Miscanthus wangpicheonensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Miscanthus wangpicheonensis is a grass that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Miscanthus wangpicheonensis

Miscanthus wangpicheonensis can be found in the tropical forests of China.

Miscanthus wangpicheonensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Miscanthus wangpicheonensis?

Miscanthus wangpicheonensis

What is the common name of Miscanthus wangpicheonensis?

Wangpicheon's miscanthus

What is the natural habitat of Miscanthus wangpicheonensis?

Tropical rainforests

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

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77222427-1: 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].