Status:
valid
Authors:
Gilg
Source:
cmp
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. , Nachtr. 1: 153 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000360947
Common Names
- Leucosphaera Bainesii
- Leucosphaera
- Bainesii
Synonyms
- Marcellia bainesii C.B.Clarke [unknown]
- Sericocoma bainesii Hook.f. [unknown]
- Leucosphaera pfeilii Gilg [unknown]
- Sericocomopsis bainesii Schinz [unknown]
Description
Leucosphaera bainesii (also called African Thatching Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to tropical Africa. It grows in dense tufts, with stems reaching up to 1.2 meters tall. It is found in grassland, open woodland, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Leucosphaera bainesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover in dry areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Leucosphaera bainesii is a white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leucosphaera bainesii is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Leucosphaera bainesii
Leucosphaera bainesii is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Leucosphaera bainesii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leucosphaera bainesii?
Leucosphaera bainesii
What is the common name of Leucosphaera bainesii?
Baines's leucosphaera
What is the habitat of Leucosphaera bainesii?
It is found in dry, sandy soils, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas.
Species in the Leucosphaera genus
Species in the Amaranthaceae family
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Achyranthes aspera,
Achyranthes bidentata,
Achyranthes diandra,
Achyranthes fasciculata,
Achyranthes mangarevica,
Achyranthes marchionica,
Achyranthes margaretarum,
Achyranthes mutica,
Achyranthes splendens,
Achyranthes talbotii,
Achyranthes shahii,
Achyropsis avicularis,
Achyropsis filifolia,
Achyropsis fruticulosa,
Achyropsis gracilis,
Achyropsis laniceps,
Achyropsis leptostachya,
Acroglochin obtusifolia,
Acroglochin persicarioides,
Aerva artemisioides,
Aerva caudata,
Aerva congesta,
Aerva coriacea,
Aerva edulis,
Aerva glabrata,
Aerva humbertii,
Aerva javanica,
Aerva lanata,
Aerva leucura,
Aerva madagassica,
Aerva microphylla,
Aerva monsonia,
Aerva radicans,
Aerva revoluta,
Aerva sanguinolenta,
Aerva timorensis,
Aerva triangularifolia,
Aerva villosa,
Aerva wightii,
Agathophora alopecuroides,
Agriophyllum lateriflorum,
Agriophyllum latifolium,
Agriophyllum minus,
Agriophyllum montasirii,
Agriophyllum paletzkianum,
Agriophyllum squarrosum,
Allenrolfea occidentalis,
Allenrolfea patagonica,
Allenrolfea vaginata,