Aristida megapotamica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Spreng.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1827
Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg., ed. 16. 4(2): 31 (1827)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000849049
Common Names
- Megapotamian Three-awn
- Megapotamian Wiregrass
- Megapotamian Needlegrass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aristida megapotamica (also called Slender Three-awn, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the Americas, where it is found in the United States, Mexico, and Central and South America. It grows in dry, sandy soils, and is often found in open areas such as prairies, savannas, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Aristida megapotamica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a soil stabilizer in areas prone to erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aristida megapotamica has small, yellowish-green flowers and small, dark brown seeds. Its seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aristida megapotamica is a perennial grass that is native to South America. It is a low-growing grass that grows in clumps and can reach heights of up to 2 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. Propagation is done by seed or division. The seed should be sown in the spring and the divisions can be done in the fall or early spring.
Where to Find Aristida megapotamica
Aristida megapotamica can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Africa, and Asia.
Aristida megapotamica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aristida megapotamica?
Aristida megapotamica
What is the common name of Aristida megapotamica?
N/A
Where is Aristida megapotamica found?
South America
Species in the Aristida genus
Aristida abnormis, Aristida achalensis, Aristida acuta, Aristida adoensis, Aristida adscensionis, Aristida aemulans, Aristida aequiglumis, Aristida alpina, Aristida amazonensis, Aristida ambongensis, Aristida amplexifolia, Aristida anaclasta, Aristida anisochaeta, Aristida annamensis, Aristida annua, Aristida anthoxanthoides, Aristida antoniana, Aristida appressa, Aristida arida, Aristida arizonica, Aristida arubensis, Aristida asplundii, Aristida australis, Aristida balansae, Aristida barbicollis, Aristida basiramea, Aristida batangensis, Aristida behriana, Aristida benthamii, Aristida beyrichiana, Aristida biglandulosa, Aristida bipartita, Aristida bissei, Aristida blakei, Aristida boninensis, Aristida brainii, Aristida brasiliensis, Aristida brevissima, Aristida brittonorum, Aristida burbidgeae, Aristida burraensis, Aristida calcicola, Aristida californica, Aristida calycina, Aristida capillacea, Aristida capillifolia, Aristida caput-medusae, Aristida chapadensis, Aristida chaseae, Aristida chiclayensis,
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
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:325571-2: 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].