Axonopus fastigiatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Nees ex Trin.) Kuhlm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Relat. Commiss. Linhas Telegr. Estratég. Matto Grosso Amazonas 5(11): 87 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000852826
Common Names
- Axonopus fastigiatus
- Erect Carpetgrass
- Fastigiatus Axonopus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Axonopus fastigiatus (also called Carpetgrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is a low-growing grass with a creeping habit and short, stiff culms. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as along the edges of forests, in grasslands, and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Axonopus fastigiatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Axonopus fastigiatus has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are thin and wiry.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Axonopus fastigiatus can be propagated by seed or vegetative cuttings. Seeds should be sown in well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a moist, well-draining medium. Both methods should be kept in a warm, bright location with indirect sunlight.
Where to Find Axonopus fastigiatus
Axonopus fastigiatus is native to tropical and subtropical parts of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Axonopus fastigiatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Axonopus fastigiatus?
Axonopus fastigiatus
What is the common name of Axonopus fastigiatus?
Fastigiate Axonopus
Where is Axonopus fastigiatus found?
Axonopus fastigiatus is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world
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
João Geraldo Kuhlmann (1882-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuhlm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:27337-2: 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].