Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
avenaceus
ID:
848555

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 176 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000847890

Common Names

  • Anisopogon Avenaceus
  • Avenaceus Anisopogon
  • Anisopogon Anise

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Description

Anisopogon avenaceus (also called Brown-top, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to Australia. It has a tufted habit with long, narrow leaves and small, yellow-brown flower heads. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, woodlands, and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Anisopogon avenaceus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a soil stabilizer. It can also be used in erosion control and forage production.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Anisopogon avenaceus is a spike of yellow flowers. Seeds are small, brown and oblong-shaped. Seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anisopogon avenaceus can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and pH levels.

Where to Find Anisopogon avenaceus

Anisopogon avenaceus can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Anisopogon avenaceus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anisopogon avenaceus?

Anisopogon avenaceus

What are the common names of Anisopogon avenaceus?

Common names for Anisopogon avenaceus include Australian oat grass, Australian oat-grass, and oat grass.

Where is Anisopogon avenaceus native to?

Anisopogon avenaceus is native to Australia.

Species in the Anisopogon 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

Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:388831-1: 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].