Aeridostachya junghunii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
junghunii
ID:
878854
Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.J.Sm.) Brieger
Source:
wcs
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Orchideen Beschreib. Kult. Zücht. , ed. 3, 1(11-12): 714 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000878189
Common Names
- Aeridostachya junghunii
- Junghunii Lyme Grass
- Junghunii Wild Rye
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aeridostachya junghunii (also called Junghun's Aeridostachya, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas. It has a tufted habit and its stems are up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are linear, and its flowers are white.
Uses & Benefits
Aeridostachya junghunii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control on hillsides and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aeridostachya junghunii is a small, yellowish-white spikelet, which is usually borne in clusters of two to five. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped grain. The seedlings are thin and grass-like, with a single stem and a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aeridostachya junghunii is a perennial herb that can be grown in a wide range of soils and climates. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and should be covered lightly with soil. Division can be done in early spring or late summer.
Where to Find Aeridostachya junghunii
Aeridostachya junghunii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Thailand.
Aeridostachya junghunii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aeridostachya junghunii?
Aeridostachya junghunii
What is the common name of Aeridostachya junghunii?
Junghun's Aeridostachya
What is the natural habitat of Aeridostachya junghunii?
Grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Aeridostachya genus
Aeridostachya acuminata, Aeridostachya clavimentalis, Aeridostachya coffeicolor, Aeridostachya crassipes, Aeridostachya dasystachys, Aeridostachya decurrentipetala, Aeridostachya feddeana, Aeridostachya gobiensis, Aeridostachya junghunii, Aeridostachya mearnsii, Aeridostachya odontoglossa, Aeridostachya ovilis, Aeridostachya robusta, Aeridostachya sumatrensis, Aeridostachya trichotaenia, Aeridostachya unifolia, Aeridostachya vulcanica, Aeridostachya macrophylla, Aeridostachya propinqua, Aeridostachya dulitensis,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,
References
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Gustav Brieger (1900-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brieger' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:908246-1: Based on the initial data import