Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lanata
ID:
893411

Status:
valid

Authors:
Scribn. & Merr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 13: 72 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000892746

Common Names

  • Woolly Bluegrass
  • Poa lanata
  • Tall Bluegrass

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Description

Poa lanata (also called Woolly Poa, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to Europe. 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 coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Poa lanata is an ornamental grass that is often used in gardens and parks. It has a low-growing habit and produces attractive blue-green foliage. It is also used as a ground cover in areas where other plants are not able to grow.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Poa lanata 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 lanata is a perennial grass native to Europe. 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 lanata

Poa lanata is found in Europe, Asia, and North America.

Poa lanata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Poa lanata?

Poa lanata

What is the common name of Poa lanata?

Woolly meadow grass

Where is Poa lanata found?

Poa lanata is found in North America

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

Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Frank Lamson-Scribner (1851-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scribn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:309099-2: 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].