Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
capitata
ID:
859195

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) S.Dransf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 53: 391 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000858530

Common Names

  • Cathariostachys capitata
  • Headed Cathariostachys
  • Headed Cathariostachys

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Description

Cathariostachys capitata (also called Capitate Hairgrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Madagascar. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is characterized by its narrow, gray-green leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cathariostachys capitata is a species of grass that is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and parks. It is also used as a cover crop to help prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cathariostachys capitata are small, white and star-shaped. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cathariostachys capitata is a perennial grass that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizomes. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt in the soil. It is best grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10.

Where to Find Cathariostachys capitata

Cathariostachys capitata can be found in Madagascar.

Cathariostachys capitata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cathariostachys capitata?

Cathariostachys capitata

What is the growth habit of Cathariostachys capitata?

It is an annual grass that grows in clumps.

What is the native range of Cathariostachys capitata?

It is native to Europe and North Africa.

Species in the Cathariostachys genus

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

Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Soejatmi Dransfield (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Dransf.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1001977-1: 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].