Phippsia wilczekii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hack.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 7: 321 (1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000889941
Common Names
- Phippsia Wilczekii
- Wilczekii Phippsia
- Phippsia Phippsia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phippsia wilczekii (also called Wilczek's phippsia, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the Arctic tundra and alpine meadows of North America, Europe, and Asia. It grows in clumps of tufted leaves and has a short flowering stem with a single spikelet. The leaves are narrow and pointed, and the spikelets are small and yellow-pink.
Uses & Benefits
Phippsia wilczekii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phippsia wilczekii is a small, yellow-green flower head that grows in clusters. The seeds are small, yellow-brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, green and oval in shape.
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Phippsia wilczekii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil in a sheltered position in spring. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into small clumps and replanted immediately.
Where to Find Phippsia wilczekii
Phippsia wilczekii is native to the Arctic regions of North America and Europe.
Phippsia wilczekii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phippsia wilczekii?
Phippsia wilczekii
What is the common name of Phippsia wilczekii?
Wilczek's Phippsia
Where is Phippsia wilczekii found?
Northern North America
Species in the Phippsia genus
Species in the Poaceae family
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References
Eduard Hackel (1850-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hack.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:193293-2: 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].