Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
902319

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spreng.) Judz.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 77: 204 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000901654



Common Names

  • Steyermarkochloa angustifolia
  • Angustifolia Steyermarkochloa
  • Angustifolia Grass


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Description

Steyermarkochloa angustifolia (also called 'Narrow-Leaved Steyermarkochloa', among many other common names) is a species of grass in the family Poaceae. It is a small, tufted grass with narrow, arching leaves and short, erect stems. It is native to tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands, and it is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Steyermarkochloa angustifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for making baskets and other crafts.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Steyermarkochloa angustifolia are small and white. Seed: The seeds of Steyermarkochloa angustifolia are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Steyermarkochloa angustifolia are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Steyermarkochloa angustifolia can be propagated by seed or by division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division of the rhizomes can be done in the spring or fall. The rhizomes should be divided into sections with at least one bud or shoot per section. These sections should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Steyermarkochloa angustifolia

Steyermarkochloa angustifolia is native to tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Steyermarkochloa angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Steyermarkochloa angustifolia?

Steyermarkochloa angustifolia

What is the common name of Steyermarkochloa angustifolia?

Narrow-leaved palm

What is the natural habitat of Steyermarkochloa angustifolia?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Steyermarkochloa genus

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

Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
Emmet J. Judziewicz (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Judz.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:947658-1: 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].