Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diaboli
ID:
892802

Status:
valid

Authors:
Soreng & Keil

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Madroño 50: 306 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000892137

Common Names

  • Diaboli Bluegrass
  • Diaboli Poa
  • Diaboli Meadow-grass

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Description

Poa diaboli (also called Devil's Bluegrass, among many other common names) is a short-lived perennial grass native to North America. It has a bunch-forming habit, with narrow, flat leaves and short, curved spikes. It grows in sunny, dry areas, such as meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Poa diaboli is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Poa diaboli has small, delicate flowers that are usually white or blue in color. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are slender and have a delicate, grass-like appearance.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Poa diaboli is a perennial grass that is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. It can be propagated by seed or division and can be used in lawns, meadows, and as a ground cover. It is tolerant of drought and salt.

Where to Find Poa diaboli

Poa diaboli is native to the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey, and is also found in North Africa.

Poa diaboli FAQ

What is the scientific name of Poa diaboli?

Poa diaboli

What is the common name of Poa diaboli?

Devil's bluegrass

Where is Poa diaboli found?

Poa diaboli is found in North America, Europe, and 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

David John Keil (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.Keil' in the authors string.
Robert John Soreng (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soreng' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:330610-2: 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].