Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptopus
ID:
890178

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pilg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 11: 804 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000889513



Common Names

  • Slender Perotis
  • Perotis leptopus
  • Slender Perotis Grass


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Description

Perotis leptopus (also called Slender perotis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is characterized by its small, white flowers and its thin, linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Perotis leptopus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Perotis leptopus is small and white, with five petals. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, with green leaves and a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Perotis leptopus is a perennial grass that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be mowed to keep it looking neat.

Where to Find Perotis leptopus

Perotis leptopus is found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Perotis leptopus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Perotis leptopus?

Perotis leptopus

What are the common names of Perotis leptopus?

No common names are known for this species

Where is Perotis leptopus found?

Perotis leptopus is found in Southeast Asia

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

Robert Knud Friedrich Pilger (1876-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pilg.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:415503-1: 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].