Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
uncinioides
ID:
846703

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.T.Blake

Source:
wcs

Year:
1946

Citation Micro:
Blumea, Suppl. 3: 56 (1946)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000846038

Common Names

  • Ancistragrostis uncinioides
  • Hooked Needlegrass
  • Hooked Bristle-grass

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Description

Ancistragrostis uncinioides (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

Ancistragrostis uncinioides 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 Ancistragrostis uncinioides 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

Ancistragrostis uncinioides 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 Ancistragrostis uncinioides

Ancistragrostis uncinioides can be found in Central and South America.

Ancistragrostis uncinioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ancistragrostis uncinioides?

Ancistragrostis uncinioides

What is the natural habitat of Ancistragrostis uncinioides?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia.

What are the common uses of Ancistragrostis uncinioides?

It is used in traditional medicine, as a food source, and for its ornamental value.

Species in the Ancistragrostis genus

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

Stanley Thatcher Blake (1910-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.T.Blake' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:387423-1: 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].