Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
nigribracteata
ID:
1553076

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.R.Maciel, Louzada & M.Alves) J.R.Maciel & G.M.Sousa

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 44: 527 (2019)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000032907

Common Names

  • Karawata nigribracteata
  • Nigribracteata Karawata
  • Karawata Nigribracteata Grass

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Description

Karawata nigribracteata (also called Nigribracteata Hair Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass that grows in tufts. It has a short, erect stem and a narrow, flat leaf. It is native to Europe and North America and can be found in meadows, pastures, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Karawata nigribracteata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Karawata nigribracteata has a flower head that is cylindrical in shape and is made up of many small, yellow-green flowers. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a tuft of leaves at the top.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Karawata nigribracteata is a perennial grass that can be propagated by seed or division. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best to plant in early spring or late fall. It can be mowed to keep it looking neat and tidy.

Where to Find Karawata nigribracteata

Karawata nigribracteata is native to Mexico.

Karawata nigribracteata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Karawata nigribracteata?

Karawata nigribracteata

What is the common name of Karawata nigribracteata?

Nigribracteata Hairgrass

What is the natural habitat of Karawata nigribracteata?

It is found in grasslands and meadows in western Africa.

Species in the Bromeliaceae family

Acanthostachys pitcairnioides, Acanthostachys strobilacea, Acanthostachys calcicola, Aechmea abbreviata, Aechmea aculeatosepala, Aechmea alba, Aechmea alegrensis, Aechmea alopecurus, Aechmea ampla, Aechmea andersonii, Aechmea angustifolia, Aechmea anomala, Aechmea apocalyptica, Aechmea aquilega, Aechmea araneosa, Aechmea arenaria, Aechmea aripensis, Aechmea azurea, Aechmea bahiana, Aechmea bambusoides, Aechmea biflora, Aechmea blanchetiana, Aechmea blumenavii, Aechmea bocainensis, Aechmea brachystachys, Aechmea bracteata, Aechmea brassicoides, Aechmea brevicollis, Aechmea bromeliifolia, Aechmea bruggeri, Aechmea caesia, Aechmea callichroma, Aechmea calyculata, Aechmea campanulata, Aechmea candida, Aechmea cariocae, Aechmea carvalhoi, Aechmea castanea, Aechmea castelnavii, Aechmea cathcartii, Aechmea caudata, Aechmea chantinii, Aechmea coelestis, Aechmea colombiana, Aechmea comata, Aechmea conferta, Aechmea confusa, Aechmea conifera, Aechmea costantinii, Aechmea contracta,

References

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77204759-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].