Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
ancylotricha
ID:
846698

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Quisumb. & Merr.) S.T.Blake

Source:
wcs

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Pap. Dept. Biol. Univ. Queensland 1(19): 6 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000846033

Common Names

  • Ancistrachne ancylotricha
  • Ancylotrichous Ancistrachne
  • Ancylotrichous Ancistrachnes

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Description

Ancistrachne ancylotricha (also called African Feather Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Africa. It is a tufted grass with narrow, flat leaves and a panicle of spikelets. It grows in open grassland, savannas, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ancistrachne ancylotricha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a fodder crop for livestock. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ancistrachne ancylotricha is a small, yellowish spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, dark brown grain. The seedlings are small, with narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ancistrachne ancylotricha is a perennial grass native to the Mediterranean region. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of soils and climates. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. It can be divided in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Ancistrachne ancylotricha

Ancistrachne ancylotricha can be found in Central and South America.

Ancistrachne ancylotricha FAQ

What is the growth habit of Ancistrachne ancylotricha?

Ancistrachne ancylotricha is an annual grass with a tufted growth habit.

What is the maximum height of Ancistrachne ancylotricha?

Ancistrachne ancylotricha typically grows to a height of up to 30 cm.

What is the optimal soil type for Ancistrachne ancylotricha?

Ancistrachne ancylotricha prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

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

Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Stanley Thatcher Blake (1910-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.T.Blake' in the authors string.
Eduardo Quisumbing (1895-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Quisumb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:387419-1: 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].