Status:
valid
Authors:
(Boiss.) M.Nobis
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 105: 28 (2020)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000020869
Description
Achnatherum haussknechtii (also called Haussknecht's Needlegrass, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to North America. It is found in dry, open habitats such as prairies and deserts.
Uses & Benefits
Achnatherum haussknechtii is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also used as a source of oil for cooking and as a dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Achnatherum haussknechtii has small, yellow-green flowers. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Achnatherum haussknechtii is a perennial grass that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be grown in full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Achnatherum haussknechtii
Achnatherum haussknechtii can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe.
Achnatherum haussknechtii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Achnatherum haussknechtii?
Achnatherum haussknechtii
What is the natural habitat of Achnatherum haussknechtii?
It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.
What are the uses of Achnatherum haussknechtii?
It is used for fodder and erosion control.
Species in the Achnatherum genus
Achnatherum pekinense,
Achnatherum pubicalyx,
Achnatherum sibiricum,
Achnatherum turcomanicum,
Achnatherum brandisii,
Achnatherum bromoides,
Achnatherum calamagrostis,
Achnatherum confusum,
Achnatherum inebrians,
Achnatherum jacquemontii,
Achnatherum virescens,
Achnatherum paradoxum,
Achnatherum nakaii,
Achnatherum pelliotii,
Achnatherum haussknechtii,
Achnatherum mandavillei,
Achnatherum pilosum,
Achnatherum parviflorum,
Achnatherum staintonii,
Species in the Poaceae family
Achnatherum pekinense,
Achnatherum pubicalyx,
Achnatherum sibiricum,
Achnatherum turcomanicum,
Achnatherum brandisii,
Achnatherum bromoides,
Achnatherum calamagrostis,
Achnatherum confusum,
Achnatherum inebrians,
Achnatherum jacquemontii,
Achnatherum virescens,
Achnatherum paradoxum,
Achnatherum nakaii,
Achnatherum pelliotii,
Achnatherum haussknechtii,
Achnatherum mandavillei,
Achnatherum pilosum,
Achnatherum parviflorum,
Achnatherum staintonii,
Aciachne acicularis,
Aciachne flagellifera,
Aciachne pulvinata,
Acidosasa breviclavata,
Acidosasa brilletii,
Acidosasa chinensis,
Acidosasa edulis,
Acidosasa glauca,
Acidosasa guangxiensis,
Acidosasa lingchuanensis,
Acidosasa nanunica,
Acidosasa notata,
Acidosasa purpurea,
Acidosasa venusta,
Acidosasa carinata,
Acostia gracilis,
Acrachne henrardiana,
Acrachne perrieri,
Acrachne racemosa,
Acritochaete volkensii,
Acroceras amplectens,
Acroceras attenuatum,
Acroceras boivinii,
Acroceras bosseri,
Acroceras calcicola,
Acroceras chaseae,
Acroceras diffusum,
Acroceras elegans,
Acroceras excavatum,
Acroceras fluminense,
Acroceras gabunense,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77211524-1: 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].