Status:
valid
Authors:
(H.Lindb.) V.Lucía, M.M.Mart.Ort., E.Rico & K.Anamth.-Jon.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
J. Syst. Evol. 57: 36 (2018)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000006496
Common Names
- Marginata Pseudoroegneria
- Pseudoroegneria marginata
- Marginata
Description
Pseudoroegneria marginata (also called Bluebunch Wheatgrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to western North America. It grows in dry, open habitats such as prairies, meadows, and open woodlands. It has narrow, flat leaves and a spike-like inflorescence with purplish-blue flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Pseudoroegneria marginata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a fodder crop for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pseudoroegneria marginata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pseudoroegneria marginata is a tropical plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division is best done in the spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and should be placed in a moist, well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Pseudoroegneria marginata
Pseudoroegneria marginata is native to North America and can be found in parts of the United States and Canada.
Pseudoroegneria marginata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pseudoroegneria marginata?
Pseudoroegneria marginata
What is the common name of Pseudoroegneria marginata?
Marginate Pseudoroegneria
What is the natural habitat of Pseudoroegneria marginata?
It is found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia
Species in the Pseudoroegneria genus
Pseudoroegneria cognata,
Pseudoroegneria geniculata,
Pseudoroegneria gracillima,
Pseudoroegneria heidemaniae,
Pseudoroegneria kosaninii,
Pseudoroegneria libanotica,
Pseudoroegneria reflexiaristata,
Pseudoroegneria setulifera,
Pseudoroegneria sosnovskyi,
Pseudoroegneria spicata,
Pseudoroegneria stewartii,
Pseudoroegneria stipifolia,
Pseudoroegneria strigosa,
Pseudoroegneria tauri,
Pseudoroegneria dsinalica,
Pseudoroegneria marginata,
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:77200451-1: 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].