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Ischaemum ciliare

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Ischaemum ciliare

Family Name: Poaceae (Gramineae)
Common Name: Smutgrass, Batiki Blue Grass, 细毛鸭嘴草

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Genus Epithet
Species Epithet
Common Names

Classifications and Characteristics

Plant Growth Form Grass or Grass-like Plant

Biogeography

Native Distribution South Asia, Southeast Asia

Description and Ethnobotany

Growth Form Perennial, mat-forming grass.
Stems Prostrate stems are 20-60 cm long.
Flowers The inflorescence is composed of a pair of racemes (2-10 cm long).

Plant Care and Propagation

Light Preference Full Sun
Water Preference Moderate Water

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Master ID 32605
Species ID 7017
Flora Disclaimer The information in this website has been compiled from reliable sources, such as reference works on medicinal plants. It is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment and NParks does not purport to provide any medical advice. Readers should always consult his/her physician before using or consuming a plant for medicinal purposes.
Species record last updated on: 20 August 2021.

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