Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
agrimonoides
ID:
859212

Status:
valid

Authors:
Trin.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Gram. Panic. : 72 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000858547

Common Names

  • Cenchrus agrimonoides
  • Cenchrus albertsonii
  • Cenchrus aequiglumis

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Description

Cenchrus agrimonoides (also called Cenchrus agrimonoides, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the Mediterranean region. It has thin, upright stems that reach up to 40 cm in height and bear small, narrow leaves. It grows in dry, sunny habitats, such as rocky slopes and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Cenchrus agrimonoides is used as a forage crop, as a soil stabilizer, and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cenchrus agrimonoides has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and upright with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cenchrus agrimonoides 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 Cenchrus agrimonoides

Cenchrus agrimonoides can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Cenchrus agrimonoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cenchrus agrimonoides?

Cenchrus agrimonoides

What is the growth habit of Cenchrus agrimonoides?

It is an annual grass that grows in clumps.

What is the native range of Cenchrus agrimonoides?

It is native to Europe and North Africa.

Species in the Cenchrus genus

Cenchrus agrimonoides, Cenchrus biflorus, Cenchrus brownii, Cenchrus caliculatus, Cenchrus ciliaris, Cenchrus distichophyllus, Cenchrus echinatus, Cenchrus elymoides, Cenchrus geniculatus, Cenchrus gracillimus, Cenchrus longisetus, Cenchrus longispinus, Cenchrus mitis, Cenchrus multiflorus, Cenchrus mutilatus, Cenchrus myosuroides, Cenchrus nervosus, Cenchrus palmeri, Cenchrus pennisetiformis, Cenchrus pilosus, Cenchrus platyacanthus, Cenchrus prieurii, Cenchrus robustus, Cenchrus setiger, Cenchrus setosus, Cenchrus somalensis, Cenchrus spinifex, Cenchrus tribuloides, Cenchrus tristachyus, Cenchrus rigidus, Cenchrus rupestris, Cenchrus violaceus, Cenchrus unisetus, Cenchrus weberbaueri, Cenchrus orientalis, Cenchrus sichuanensis, Cenchrus riparius, Cenchrus sagittatus, Cenchrus trisetus, Cenchrus shaanxiensis, Cenchrus trachyphyllus, Cenchrus sphacelatus, Cenchrus squamulatus, Cenchrus stramineus, Cenchrus tempisquensis, Cenchrus thulinii, Cenchrus setaceus, Cenchrus purpureus, Cenchrus chilensis, Cenchrus americanus,

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 Bernhard von Trinius (1778-1844): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trin.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:395187-1: 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].