Status:
valid
Authors:
(Roxb.) Suksathan & Borchs.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 159: 393 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000913019
Common Names
- Indianthus virgatus
- Indianthus
- Virgatus
Description
Indianthus virgatus (also called Mexican Feather Grass, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial grass native to Mexico and Central America. It has thin, arching, bright green leaves and grows to a height of around 1.5 feet. It produces small, feathery, silvery-white flowers in the summer. Indianthus virgatus prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and is drought tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Indianthus virgatus is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and bright flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Indianthus virgatus is a white or yellowish-white, with a yellowish-green throat. The seed is a small, round, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are light green with a white or yellowish-white flower.
Cultivation and Propagation
Indianthus virgatus is a tropical plant that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining soil mix. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division.
Where to Find Indianthus virgatus
Indianthus virgatus can be found in the wild in India.
Indianthus virgatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Indianthus virgatus?
Indianthus virgatus
What is the common name of Indianthus virgatus?
Broom Indianthus
What is the natural habitat of Indianthus virgatus?
Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia
Species in the Indianthus genus
Species in the Marantaceae family
Afrocalathea rhizantha,
Calathea anderssonii,
Calathea annae,
Calathea anulque,
Calathea argyrophylla,
Calathea arrabidae,
Calathea asplundii,
Calathea bachemiana,
Calathea brenesii,
Calathea caesariata,
Calathea cannoides,
Calathea casupito,
Calathea chimboracensis,
Calathea congesta,
Calathea crotalifera,
Calathea dicephala,
Calathea eburnea,
Calathea erythrolepis,
Calathea fatimae,
Calathea glaziovii,
Calathea grandifolia,
Calathea grazielae,
Calathea guzmanioides,
Calathea hagbergii,
Calathea harlingii,
Calathea inocephala,
Calathea ischnosiphonoides,
Calathea koernickeana,
Calathea lancifolia,
Calathea lanicaulis,
Calathea lasiostachya,
Calathea lateralis,
Calathea latrinotecta,
Calathea littoralis,
Calathea lutea,
Calathea majestica,
Calathea makoyana,
Calathea marantina,
Calathea mediopicta,
Calathea metallica,
Calathea micans,
Calathea nitens,
Calathea orbifolia,
Calathea ornata,
Calathea panamensis,
Calathea pavonina,
Calathea platystachya,
Calathea pluriplicata,
Calathea plurispicata,
Calathea propinqua,