Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lachenensis
ID:
893391

Status:
valid

Authors:
Noltie

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 57: 286 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000892726

Common Names

  • Poa lachenensis
  • Lachen bluegrass
  • Lachen meadow grass

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Description

Poa lachenensis (also called Lachen Poa, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to the Himalayas. It is a tufted grass with a creeping rhizome, and grows to a height of up to 0.6 meters. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and alpine meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Poa lachenensis is a species of grass that is native to Europe and Asia. It is a low-growing, drought-tolerant grass that is often used in lawns and gardens. It is also used as a ground cover in areas where other grasses may not be able to survive.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Poa lachenensis has small, white flowers that are arranged in a panicle. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Poa lachenensis is a perennial grass native to the Himalayas. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-prepared seed bed. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Poa lachenensis

Poa lachenensis is found in the Himalayas.

Poa lachenensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Poa lachenensis?

Poa lachenensis

What is the common name of Poa lachenensis?

Lachen meadow grass

Where is Poa lachenensis found?

Poa lachenensis is found in India

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

Henry John Noltie (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Noltie' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1014647-1: 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].