Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
erectum
ID:
854986

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schreb.) P.Beauv.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1812

Citation Micro:
Ess. Agrostogr. : 39, 155 (1812)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000854321

Common Names

  • Brachyachne erectum
  • Erectum Signalgrass
  • Erectum Panicum

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Description

Brachyelytrum erectum (also called Erect Woodgrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Africa. It is a tufted grass with erect culms, and its leaves are flat and have a membranous ligule. It is found in grasslands, savannas, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Brachyelytrum erectum is used as an ornamental grass in gardens and parks. It is also used for soil stabilization, erosion control, and as a forage crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brachyelytrum erectum has small, yellow-green flowers that appear in late spring. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a long, narrow leaf shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachyelytrum erectum is a perennial grass native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa. It grows to a height of up to 1 m and prefers moist soils. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a well-prepared seedbed and lightly covered with soil. Once established, it can be divided and replanted in the spring.

Where to Find Brachyelytrum erectum

Brachyelytrum erectum can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia. It is typically found in moist meadows, marshes, and other wet areas.

Brachyelytrum erectum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachyelytrum erectum?

Brachyelytrum erectum

What is the common name of Brachyelytrum erectum?

Erect Grass

What is the natural habitat of Brachyelytrum erectum?

It is found in open grassland, woodlands, and disturbed areas in tropical and subtropical regions

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

Palisot de Beauvois (1752-1820): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Beauv.' in the authors string.
Johann Christian Daniel von Schreber (1739-1810): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schreb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1055019-2: 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].