Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mongolica
ID:
893686

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rendle) Keng

Source:
wcs

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Clav. Gen. Sp. Gram. Prim. Sin. 166 (1957).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000893021

Common Names

  • Mongolica Poa
  • Mountain Bluegrass
  • Meadow Bluegrass

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Description

Poa mongolica (also called Mongolian Poa, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Mongolia. It is found in dry habitats, such as rocky slopes and hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Poa mongolica is used for erosion control, as a forage crop for livestock, and as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Poa mongolica has small, white flowers, and its seeds are small, dark, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Poa mongolica is a perennial grass that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate dry conditions. It is best grown in an area with good air circulation to prevent fungal diseases. It can be mowed to keep it neat and tidy.

Where to Find Poa mongolica

Poa mongolica can be found in the grasslands of Mongolia, northern China, and eastern Siberia.

Poa mongolica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Poa mongolica?

Poa mongolica

What is the common name of Poa mongolica?

Mongolian bluegrass

What is the natural habitat of Poa mongolica?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-436558: Based on the initial data import
Alfred Barton Rendle (1865-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rendle' in the authors string.
Yi Li Keng (1898-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Keng' in the authors string.