Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schult.) Hitchc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1932
Citation Micro:
Bartonia 14: 34 (1932)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000845839
Common Names
- Amphicarpum muhlenbergianum
- Muhlenberg's Amphicarpum
- Muhlenberg's Marsh-elder
Description
Amphicarpum muhlenbergianum (also called Muhlenberg's Amphicarpum, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the southeastern United States. It grows in moist soils, such as in wet meadows, swamps, and along streambanks.
Uses & Benefits
Amphicarpum muhlenbergianum is a species of grass that is commonly used in landscaping and as a turf grass. It is also used to stabilize soil and to control erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Amphicarpum muhlenbergianum is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Amphicarpum muhlenbergianum is a perennial grass native to Australia. It is a hardy plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division or by seed. Division is best done in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Amphicarpum muhlenbergianum
Amphicarpum muhlenbergianum can be found in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Amphicarpum muhlenbergianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Amphicarpum muhlenbergianum?
Amphicarpum muhlenbergianum
What is the common name of Amphicarpum muhlenbergianum?
Muhlenberg's Bog Ricegrass
What is the habitat of Amphicarpum muhlenbergianum?
It is found in wet areas, such as marshes, swamps, and bogs.
Species in the Amphicarpum genus
Species in the Poaceae family
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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,