Axonopus capillaris - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lam.) Chase
Source:
wcs
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 24: 133 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000852771
Common Names
- Capillary Carpetgrass
- Capillary Axonopus
- Capillary Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Axonopus capillaris (also called Hairgrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It grows in moist, shady areas, and is often found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and lawns.
Uses & Benefits
Axonopus capillaris is used as an ornamental plant and is also used as a fodder crop.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Axonopus capillaris has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round and dark brown. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Axonopus capillaris can be propagated by seed or vegetative means. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is a low-maintenance grass that can tolerate drought and some shade. It can be mowed to maintain a neat appearance.
Where to Find Axonopus capillaris
Axonopus capillaris is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.
Axonopus capillaris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Axonopus capillaris?
Axonopus capillaris
What is the common name of Axonopus capillaris?
Hair carpet grass
What is the native range of Axonopus capillaris?
Tropical and subtropical America
Species in the Axonopus genus
Axonopus amapaensis, Axonopus anceps, Axonopus andinus, Axonopus argentinus, Axonopus aureus, Axonopus boliviensis, Axonopus brasiliensis, Axonopus capillaris, Axonopus casiquiarensis, Axonopus caulescens, Axonopus centralis, Axonopus chaseae, Axonopus chimantensis, Axonopus chrysoblepharis, Axonopus ciliatifolius, Axonopus comans, Axonopus comatus, Axonopus complanatus, Axonopus compressus, Axonopus conduplicatus, Axonopus cuatrecasasii, Axonopus debilis, Axonopus elegantulus, Axonopus eminens, Axonopus equitans, Axonopus fastigiatus, Axonopus fissifolius, Axonopus flabelliformis, Axonopus flexuosus, Axonopus furcatus, Axonopus gracilis, Axonopus grandifolius, Axonopus herzogii, Axonopus hoehnei, Axonopus jeanyae, Axonopus junciformis, Axonopus kuhlmannii, Axonopus laxiflorus, Axonopus laxus, Axonopus leptostachyus, Axonopus longispicus, Axonopus magallanesiae, Axonopus marginatus, Axonopus morronei, Axonopus oiapocensis, Axonopus paschalis, Axonopus passourae, Axonopus pennellii, Axonopus piccae, Axonopus poiophyllus,
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
Mary Agnes Chase (1869-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chase' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:27302-2: 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].