Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
almasovii
ID:
892077

Status:
valid

Authors:
Golub

Source:
wcs

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Sist. Zametki Mater. Gerb. Krylova Tomsk. Gosud. Univ. Kuybysheva 1936(4): 1 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000891412

Common Names

  • Poa almasovii
  • Almasov's Meadow-grass
  • Almasov's Poa

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Description

Poa almasovii (also called Almasov's Meadow-grass, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa. It is a perennial grass that grows to a height of 10-50 cm. It is found in meadows, pastures, and other areas with moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Poa almasovii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a forage crop for livestock and as a cover crop in agricultural fields.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Poa almasovii has small, white flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings have narrow, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Poa almasovii is a perennial grass that is native to the Caucasus region. It grows best in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by division or seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-prepared seedbed and lightly covered. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The clumps should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in the desired location.

Where to Find Poa almasovii

Poa almasovii can be found in the mountains of the western United States, especially in the Rocky Mountains. It is a perennial grass that grows in alpine meadows and other high-altitude areas.

Poa almasovii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Poa almasovii?

Poa almasovii

What is the common name of Poa almasovii?

Almasov's bluegrass

Where is Poa almasovii native to?

Central 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

V.A. Golub: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Golub' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:416453-1: 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].