Status:
valid
Authors:
(G.M.Sousa & Wand.) J.R.Maciel & G.M.Sousa
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 44: 527 (2019)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000032908
Common Names
- Karawata prasinata
- Prasinata Karawata
- Karawata Prasinata Grass
Description
Karawata prasinata (also called Prasinata 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 prasinata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Karawata prasinata 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Karawata prasinata 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 prasinata
Karawata prasinata is native to Mexico.
Karawata prasinata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Karawata prasinata?
Karawata prasinata
What is the common name of Karawata prasinata?
Prasinata Hairgrass
What is the natural habitat of Karawata prasinata?
It is found in grasslands and meadows in western Africa.
Species in the Karawata genus
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:77204760-1: 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].