Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sichuanicus
ID:
905440

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.M.Phillips & S.L.Chen

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 57: 916 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000904775



Common Names

  • Tripogon sichuanicus
  • Sichuanicus Grass
  • Sichuan Grass


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Description

Tripogon sichuanicus (also called Sichuan Bristlegrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to China. It grows in moist habitats, such as along streams, in wet meadows, and in other wet areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tripogon sichuanicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control. The plant is known for its drought tolerance and can be used in xeriscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tripogon sichuanicus is a small, yellowish-green, and has three petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tripogon sichuanicus is a warm-season grass that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is a perennial grass that grows in clumps and can reach heights of up to 1.5 meters. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division of the clumps should be done in early spring or late summer.

Where to Find Tripogon sichuanicus

Tripogon sichuanicus is native to China and can be found in various parts of the country.

Tripogon sichuanicus FAQ

What are the common names of Tripogon sichuanicus?

Tripogon sichuanicus is commonly known as Sichuan crowfoot grass

What is the growth rate of Tripogon sichuanicus?

Tripogon sichuanicus has a slow growth rate

What is the optimal soil type for Tripogon sichuanicus?

Tripogon sichuanicus prefers well-drained soil

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

Shou Liang Chen (b.1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.L.Chen' in the authors string.
Sylvia Mabel Phillips (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.M.Phillips' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:20010239-1: 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].