Ochlandra scriptoria
- Habit
- Shrub
- Found in India
- Karnataka, Kerala
- Flowering
- July-February
Plant Details
Leaf characters
- Arrangement
- Alternate
Typical of the Poaceae family — a field-mark hint, not measured for this exact species.
Flower & fruit characters
Typical of the Poaceae family — flowering plants only; individual species can differ.
Local Names
- Malayalam
- ഒറ്റ, Ochlandra scriptoria, ഓട (സസ്യം)
About Ochlandra scriptoria
Ochlandra scriptoria is a shrub belonging to the Poaceae family (Grass family). Members of this family are generally characterised by 2-ranked narrow linear leaves, spikelet clusters flower clusters, caryopsis (grain) fruit. It is typically found in river banks and stream sides. Flowering and fruiting are typically seen during July-February.
Poaceae
Grass family
Ochlandra scriptoria belongs to the Poaceae family.
The illustration represents the family — not necessarily this exact species.
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