Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
fastigiata
ID:
881388

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.Presl) Henrard

Source:
wcs

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Meded. Rijks-Herb. 40: 59 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000880723



Common Names

  • Muhlenbergia fastigiata
  • Columnar Muhlygrass
  • Columnar Muhly


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Description

Muhlenbergia fastigiata (also called upright muhly, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the southeastern United States. It grows in dry, open areas, such as roadsides, and is characterized by its upright, green leaves and pinkish-purple inflorescences.

Uses & Benefits

Muhlenbergia fastigiata is an ornamental grass that is often used in gardens and landscapes. It is drought tolerant and has a low maintenance requirement. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Muhlenbergia fastigiata has small, pinkish to purplish flowers, and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have thin, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Muhlenbergia fastigiata is a grass that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination. The plant prefers a well-drained soil and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Muhlenbergia fastigiata

Muhlenbergia fastigiata is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Muhlenbergia fastigiata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Muhlenbergia fastigiata?

Muhlenbergia fastigiata

What are the common names of Muhlenbergia fastigiata?

Upright muhly grass

What is the growth habit of Muhlenbergia fastigiata?

It is an evergreen grass with an upright, clumping habit.

Species in the Muhlenbergia genus

Muhlenbergia aguascalientensis, Muhlenbergia alamosae, Muhlenbergia andina, Muhlenbergia angustata, Muhlenbergia annua, Muhlenbergia appressa, Muhlenbergia arenacea, Muhlenbergia arenicola, Muhlenbergia argentea, Muhlenbergia arizonica, Muhlenbergia arsenei, Muhlenbergia articulata, Muhlenbergia asperifolia, Muhlenbergia atacamensis, Muhlenbergia aurea, Muhlenbergia beyrichiana, Muhlenbergia biloba, Muhlenbergia brandegeei, Muhlenbergia brevifolia, Muhlenbergia breviligula, Muhlenbergia brevis, Muhlenbergia breviseta, Muhlenbergia brevivaginata, Muhlenbergia bushii, Muhlenbergia californica, Muhlenbergia capillaris, Muhlenbergia capillipes, Muhlenbergia caxamarcensis, Muhlenbergia ciliata, Muhlenbergia coerulea, Muhlenbergia crispiseta, Muhlenbergia cualensis, Muhlenbergia curtifolia, Muhlenbergia curtisetosa, Muhlenbergia curviaristata, Muhlenbergia cuspidata, Muhlenbergia decumbens, Muhlenbergia depauperata, Muhlenbergia distans, Muhlenbergia distichophylla, Muhlenbergia diversiglumis, Muhlenbergia dubia, Muhlenbergia dumosa, Muhlenbergia durangensis, Muhlenbergia duthieana, Muhlenbergia elongata, Muhlenbergia eludens, Muhlenbergia emersleyi, Muhlenbergia eriophylla, Muhlenbergia expansa,

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

Johannes Theodoor Henrard (1881-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Henrard' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:164764-2: 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].