Fowl manna grass (Glyceria striata, Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 41: 157 (1928))

Family: Poaceae

Author: (Lam.) Hitchc.

Bibliography: Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 41: 157 (1928)

Year: 1928

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Glyceria

Vegetable: False

Observations: Subarctic America to Guatemala

Description

Fowl manna grass, known scientifically as Glyceria striata, is a distinctive species within the diverse family of Poaceae. This grass has garnered attention not only for its broad habitat range but also for its specific botanical characteristics that make it noteworthy.

Widely distributed from the subarctic regions of North America to the more temperate climates of Guatemala, Fowl manna grass displays remarkable adaptability. Its presence across such a broad geographic range underscores its resilience and versatility in varying environmental conditions. This trait makes it a plant of interest for ecological studies, particularly those concerned with plant distribution and adaptability.

The grass was first described in scientific literature in the early 20th century, specifically cited in the Proceedings of the Biological Society of Washington in 1928. The formal botanical name credits the authoritative work of botanists Lam. and Hitchc., who contributed significantly to the classification and understanding of this species.

Glyceria striata is typically found in wetland areas, thriving in moist, rich soils found in marshes, stream banks, and damp meadows. The grass usually forms dense clumps and can grow to a moderate height, showcasing linear leaves and a delicate, somewhat airy inflorescence that releases a profuse number of seeds, aiding its widespread distribution.

Due to its prevalence in wetland ecosystems, Fowl manna grass plays a crucial role in such environments. It helps to stabilize soil and reduce erosion, which can be vital for maintaining the ecological health of wetland areas. Additionally, it serves as a food source for various bird species, which is hinted at by its common name, suggesting that it is particularly favored by fowl.

Overall, Fowl manna grass is an exemplary species within the Poaceae family, not only for its environmental importance but also for its contribution to botanical studies and the understanding of plant ecology across different climatic zones. Its ability to thrive in diverse conditions continues to make it a subject of interest for botanists and ecologists alike.

Common Names

Lit: dryžuotoji monažolė
Ita: fienarola
Eng: fowl manna grass, fowl-meadow grass, fowl mannagrass
Deu: gestreifter schwaden, gestreiftes suessgras, streifen-schwaden
Pol: manna prążkowana
Est: sale parthein
Swe: strimgröe, strimmigt mannagräs
Lav: svitraina udenszale, svītrain
Ces: zblochan žíhaný
Nld: gestreept vlotgras
Fra: glycérie striée
Nob: stripesøtgras
Nno: stripesøtgras
En: Fowl manna grass, Fowl-meadow grass, Fowl mannagrass, Mannagrass, Fowl Manna-grass
Cs: Zblochan žíhaný
Nl: Gestreept vlotgras
Et: Sale parthein
Fi: Viirusorsimo
Fr: Glycérie striée
De: Gestreifter Schwaden, Gestreiftes Suessgras, Streifen-Schwaden
It: Fienarola
Lv: Svitraina udenszale, Svītrain
Lt: Dryžuotoji monažolė
Nb: Stripesøtgras
Nn: Stripesøtgras
Pl: Manna prążkowana
Sv: Strimgröe, Strimmigt mannagräs

Synonyms

• Glyceria rigida ((Nash) Rydb.)
• Poa striata (Lam.)
• Poa parviflora (Pursh)
• Panicularia nervata var. viridis (Farw.)
• Catabrosa nervata ((Willd.) Link)
• Poa lamarckii (Kunth)
• Poa nervata (Willd.)
• Glyceria striata subsp. stricta ((Scribn.) Hultén)
• Panicularia rigida ((Nash) Rydb.)
• Glyceria aquatica subsp. nervata ((Willd.) Bonnier & Layens)
• Glyceria nervata var. stricta ((Scribn.) Hitchc.)
• Glyceria striata var. mexicana (Kelso)
• Glyceria striata f. stricta ((Scribn.) B.Boivin)
• Glyceria striata var. stricta ((Scribn.) Fernald)
• Poa lineata (Pers.)
• Glyceria mexicana ((Kelso) Beetle)
• Glyceria striata subsp. difformis (Portal)
• Glyceria nervata var. rigida ((Nash) Lunell)
• Glyceria striata subsp. neogaea ((Steud.) Portal)
• Panicularia striata ((Lam.) Hitchc.)
• Glyceria nervata f. stricta ((Scribn.) House)
• Glyceria nervata ((Willd.) Trin.)
• Glyceria neogaea (Steud.)
• Panicularia nervata var. stricta (Scribn.)
• Panicularia nervata var. parviglumis (Scribn. & Merr.)
• Hydropoa nervata ((Willd.) Dumort.)
• Glyceria michauxii (Kunth)
• Panicularia nervata f. major (Millsp.)
• Panicularia nervata var. rigida (Nash)
• Panicularia nervata var. purpurascens (Farw.)
• Panicularia nervata ((Willd.) Kuntze)
• Panicularia nervata var. filiformis (Farw.)

Distribution

• Alabama (native)
• Alaska (native)
• Alberta (native)
• Arizona (native)
• Arkansas (native)
• British Columbia (native)
• California (native)
• Colorado (native)
• Connecticut (native)
• Delaware (native)
• District of Columbia (native)
• Florida (native)
• Georgia (native)
• Guatemala (native)
• Idaho (native)
• Illinois (native)
• Indiana (native)
• Iowa (native)
• Kansas (native)
• Kentucky (native)
• Labrador (native)
• Louisiana (native)
• Maine (native)
• Manitoba (native)
• Maryland (native)
• Masachusettes (native)
• Mexico Central (native)
• Mexico Northeast (native)
• Mexico Northwest (native)
• Mexico Southwest (native)
• Michigan (native)
• Minnesota (native)
• Mississippi (native)
• Missouri (native)
• Montana (native)
• Nebraska (native)
• Nevada (native)
• New Brunswick (native)
• New Hampshire (native)
• New Jersey (native)
• New Mexico (native)
• New York (native)
• Newfoundland (native)
• North Carolina (native)
• North Dakota (native)
• Northwest Territorie (native)
• Nova Scotia (native)
• Nunavut (native)
• Ohio (native)
• Oklahoma (native)
• Ontario (native)
• Oregon (native)
• Pennsylvania (native)
• Prince Edward I. (native)
• Québec (native)
• Rhode I. (native)
• Saskatchewan (native)
• South Carolina (native)
• South Dakota (native)
• Tennessee (native)
• Texas (native)
• Utah (native)
• Vermont (native)
• Virginia (native)
• Washington (native)
• West Virginia (native)
• Wisconsin (native)
• Wyoming (native)
• Yukon (native)
• Austria (introduced)
• Czechoslovakia (introduced)
• France (introduced)
• New Zealand North (introduced)
• New Zealand South (introduced)
• Poland (introduced)
• Sweden (introduced)
• Switzerland (introduced)
• Ukraine (introduced)

Additional Images

Leaf

Taken Jun 18, 2019 by Matt (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 6, 2010 by Tela Botanica − Hugues TINGUY (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − Soreng, R.J. (cc-by-nc-sa)

Taken Feb 3, 2008 by EOL − Keir Morse (cc-by-nc-sa)

Taken Aug 6, 2010 by Tela Botanica − Hugues TINGUY (cc-by-sa)

Flower

Taken Jun 20, 2019 by Christiane et Gilbert Blanc (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 15, 2016 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken Jul 15, 2005 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken Jul 15, 2005 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Fruit

Taken Jun 18, 2019 by Matt (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 15, 2005 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken Feb 3, 2008 by EOL − Keir Morse (cc-by-nc-sa)

Habit

Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − Wagner, W.L. (cc-by-nc-sa)

Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − John Hilty (cc-by-nc)

Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − Soreng, R.J. (cc-by-nc-sa)

Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − Wagner W. L. (cc-by-nc-sa)

Taken Feb 3, 2008 by EOL − Keir Morse (cc-by-nc-sa)

Bark

Taken Jul 15, 2005 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken Jul 15, 2005 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − John Hilty (cc-by-nc)

Taken Feb 3, 2008 by EOL − Keir Morse (cc-by-nc-sa)

Other

Taken Jan 1, 1970 by Photoflora – L’Abbé COSTE (©)

Taken Jul 15, 2010 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/2705503)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:111020-2)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Glyceria striata (Lam.) Hitchc.)

Specifications

Growth form: Rhizomatous

Growth habit: Graminoid

Growth rate: Moderate

Growth

Ph maximum: 8.0

Ph minimum: 4.0

Light: 5

Atmospheric humidity: 8

Soil nutriments: 6