Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
cylindrica
ID:
1557138

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Willd.) Romero Zarco

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Gramíneas Península Ibérica : 119 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000035742



Common Names

  • Cylindrical Parapholis
  • Cylindrical Parapholis Grass
  • Cylindrical Parapholis Panic Grass


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Description

Parapholis cylindrica (also called Cylindrical Parapholis, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to temperate regions of Europe and Asia. It grows in dry, sunny habitats, and has a tufted habit. Its leaves are linear, and its flowers are small and yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Parapholis cylindrica is used as a forage crop for livestock and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Parapholis cylindrica is a small, yellow, tubular flower with three petals. The seed is a small, brown, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parapholis cylindrica is a tropical plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered spot. It can also be propagated by division or cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Parapholis cylindrica

Parapholis cylindrica can be found in temperate and subtropical regions of Europe, Africa, and Asia.

Parapholis cylindrica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parapholis cylindrica?

Parapholis cylindrica

What is the common name of Parapholis cylindrica?

Cylindric Parapholis

Where is Parapholis cylindrica native to?

India

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:77209593-1: 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].