Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cordemoyii
ID:
1519667

Status:
valid

Authors:
Renvoize

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Fl. Mascar. 203: 37 (2018)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000006417

Common Names

  • Cordemoyii Poa
  • Poa cordemoyii
  • Cordemoyii

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Description

Poa cordemoyii (also called Cordemoy's Meadow-Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to western North America. It grows in dry, open habitats such as prairies, meadows, and open woodlands. It has narrow, flat leaves and a spike-like inflorescence with purplish-blue flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Poa cordemoyii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a fodder crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Poa cordemoyii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Poa cordemoyii is a perennial grass that can reach up to 1 meter in height. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division can be done by carefully separating the root mass into smaller sections and replanting them in a suitable environment. Once established, the plant requires regular watering and fertilizing to maintain healthy growth.

Where to Find Poa cordemoyii

Poa cordemoyii is native to France and can be found in parts of the Massif Central.

Poa cordemoyii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Poa cordemoyii?

Poa cordemoyii

What is the common name of Poa cordemoyii?

Cordemoy's Poa

Where is Poa cordemoyii found?

Poa cordemoyii is found in Europe.

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

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77200943-1: 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].