Status:
valid
Authors:
(Göpp.) Loes.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Königl. Bot. Gart. Berlin 4: 181 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000895386
Common Names
- Olmediella betschleriana
- Betschler's Olmediella
- Betschler's Sea-blite
Description
Olmediella betschleriana (also called Betschler's alkali grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass of the Poaceae family. It is native to North America, and is found in salt marshes, wet meadows, and other wetland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Olmediella betschleriana is used as a food source and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Olmediella betschleriana has small, white flowers with five petals and five stamens. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Rhipidocladum panamense: This plant is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seedbed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium.
Where to Find Olmediella betschleriana
Olmediella betschleriana is native to Europe and can be found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky hillsides.
Olmediella betschleriana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Olmediella betschleriana?
Olmediella betschleriana
What is the family of Olmediella betschleriana?
Poaceae
What are the common names of Olmediella betschleriana?
Betschler's alkali grass
Species in the Olmediella genus
Species in the Salicaceae family
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Abatia canescens,
Abatia glabra,
Abatia mexicana,
Abatia microphylla,
Abatia parviflora,
Abatia rugosa,
Abatia spicata,
Abatia stellata,
Azara alpina,
Azara celastrina,
Azara dentata,
Azara integrifolia,
Azara intermedia,
Azara lanceolata,
Azara microphylla,
Azara petiolaris,
Azara salicifolia,
Azara serrata,
Azara uruguayensis,
Banara acunae,
Banara arguta,
Banara axilliflora,
Banara boliviana,
Banara brasiliensis,
Banara brittonii,
Banara caymanensis,
Banara cordifolia,
Banara domingensis,
Banara excisa,
Banara glauca,
Banara guianensis,
Banara ibaguensis,
Banara larensis,
Banara leptophylla,
Banara minutiflora,
Banara nitida,
Banara orinocensis,
Banara parviflora,
Banara portoricensis,
Banara quinquenervis,
Banara regia,
Banara riparia,
Banara riscoi,
Banara saxicola,
Banara selleana,
Banara serrata,
Banara splendens,
Banara tomentosa,