Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scabrivalvis
ID:
850000

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hack.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2, 6: 708 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000849335

Common Names

  • Scabrivalvus Needlegrass
  • Scabrivalvus Threeawn
  • Scabrivalvus Wiregrass

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Description

Aristida scabrivalvis (also called Scabrous-awned Three-awn, among many other common names) is an annual grass species native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Aristida scabrivalvis is used as an ornamental grass in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a natural soil conditioner and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aristida scabrivalvis has small, yellow-brown flowers that are borne in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aristida scabrivalvis is a perennial grass native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is hardy in USDA zones 6-10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. To propagate by seed, sow in spring or fall in a well-prepared seedbed. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in spring or fall. Plant the divisions in well-prepared soil and water thoroughly.

Where to Find Aristida scabrivalvis

Aristida scabrivalvis can be found in the United States, Mexico, and Central America.

Aristida scabrivalvis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aristida scabrivalvis?

Aristida scabrivalvis

What are the common names of Aristida scabrivalvis?

Common names of Aristida scabrivalvis include Scabrous Three-awn and Scabrous Three-awn Grass

Where is Aristida scabrivalvis native to?

Aristida scabrivalvis is native to the United States and Mexico

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

Eduard Hackel (1850-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hack.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:389751-1: 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].