Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
himalaicum
ID:
890707

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 17: 293 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000890042

Common Names

  • Himalayan Timothy
  • Hairy Timothy
  • Mountain Timothy

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Description

Phleum himalaicum (also called Himalayan Cat's-tail, among many other common names) is an annual grass native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other grasslands, and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Phleum himalaicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a high tolerance for drought and is resistant to deer and rabbits. It is also used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phleum himalaicum is a cylindrical spike, with a yellowish-green color. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phleum himalaicum is a perennial grass native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Phleum himalaicum

Phleum himalaicum is native to the Himalayas. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Phleum himalaicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phleum himalaicum?

Phleum himalaicum

What is the common name of Phleum himalaicum?

Himalayan Timothy

What is the natural habitat of Phleum himalaicum?

Phleum himalaicum is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

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

Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:415833-1: 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].