Poa acicularifolia
Limestone Cushion Poa, Needlegrass
Other regional names: Ultramafic Cushion Poa
- Ultramafic Cushion Poa
Also known as: Poa acicularifolia subsp. ophitalis Edgar
- Poa acicularifolia subsp. ophitalis Edgar
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Poaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Poa acicularifolia (commonly known as Limestone Cushion Poa or Needlegrass) is a grass belonging to the Poaceae family. Originating in Australasia, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions. It is part of the broad Poa genus, encompassing over 600 species globally. There are naturally occurring subspecies of this species, which are linked below.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Grass
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AUSTRALASIA
Regions (WGSRPD)
New Zealand
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
New Zealand South
Subspecies, Varieties & Forms