Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
glaberrima
ID:
887771

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.E.Hubb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 4: 365 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000887106

Common Names

  • Paratheria glaberrima
  • Smooth Paratheria
  • Smooth Paratheria

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Description

Paratheria glaberrima (also called Smooth Paratheria, among many other common names) is a small, perennial grass species native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa. It has narrow, flat leaves and a short, spike-like inflorescence. It is found in dry areas, such as grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Paratheria glaberrima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Paratheria glaberrima is a small, yellow spikelet that is borne in a panicle. The seed is a small, black caryopsis. The seedlings are slender and have a short, tufted root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paratheria glaberrima is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground and is drought tolerant. It is a low-maintenance plant and does not require much care.

Where to Find Paratheria glaberrima

Paratheria glaberrima is native to tropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.

Paratheria glaberrima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paratheria glaberrima?

Paratheria glaberrima

What is the common name of Paratheria glaberrima?

Smooth Paratheria

Where is Paratheria glaberrima found?

Paratheria glaberrima is found in tropical Africa and Asia.

Species in the Paratheria 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

Charles Edward Hubbard (1900-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.E.Hubb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:413706-1: 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].