Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
japonica
ID:
881146

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hack.) Hayata

Source:
wcs

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 39: 258 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000880481



Common Names

  • Moliniopsis Japonica
  • Japanese Bluet
  • Mountain Bluet


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Description

Moliniopsis japonica (also called Japanese Moliniopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to East Asia. It typically grows in dry, sandy, or rocky soils and can reach a height of up to 1 meter. It is often found in meadows, pastures, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Moliniopsis japonica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a tall, upright habit and is often used as a backdrop or accent plant. It is also used to stabilize soil on slopes and in areas prone to erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Moliniopsis japonica has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Moliniopsis japonica is a perennial grass that is native to Japan. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by division, seed, or cuttings. Division should be done in early spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-prepared seedbed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Moliniopsis japonica

Moliniopsis japonica can be found in parts of Japan, including Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu.

Moliniopsis japonica FAQ

What are the common names of Moliniopsis japonica?

Common names of Moliniopsis japonica include Japanese moor grass and Japanese moor-grass.

What is the growth rate of Moliniopsis japonica?

Moliniopsis japonica has a moderate growth rate, with an average height of 12-18 inches.

What is the soil type for Moliniopsis japonica?

Moliniopsis japonica prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soil.

Species in the Moliniopsis 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

Bunzō Hayata (1874-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hayata' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:408835-1: 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].