Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
guadianensis
ID:
1554319

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.M.Vázquez) F.M.Vázquez

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Folia Bot. Extremadur. 13(2): 89 (2019)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000034006


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Description

Poa guadianensis (also called Guadian Poa, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Russia. It is a tufted grass with narrow, stiff leaves and stems. It grows in open, grassy areas, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Poa guadianensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Poa guadianensis is small and yellow, with a single petal. The seed is small and oval-shaped, with a thin, papery seed coat. The seedlings are thin and spindly, with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Poa guadianensis is a fast-growing, evergreen grass that can reach up to 3 m in height. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from the crown of the plant and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Poa guadianensis

Poa guadianensis can be found in the tropical forests of South America.

Poa guadianensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Poa guadianensis?

Poa guadianensis

What is the growth habit of Poa guadianensis?

Poa guadianensis is an evergreen grass that grows up to 0.5 meters in height.

What is the native range of Poa guadianensis?

Poa guadianensis is native to Central and Eastern 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:77203021-1: 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].