Cenchrus alopecuroides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) Thunb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1794
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Pl. Cap. : 24 (1794)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000858551
Common Names
- Cenchrus alopecuroides
- Foxtail Cenchrus
- Foxtail Sandbur
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cenchrus alopecuroides (also called Cenchrus alopecuroides, 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 alopecuroides is used as a forage crop, as a soil stabilizer, and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cenchrus alopecuroides 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cenchrus alopecuroides 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 alopecuroides
Cenchrus alopecuroides can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands in East Asia.
Cenchrus alopecuroides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cenchrus alopecuroides?
Cenchrus alopecuroides
What is the growth habit of Cenchrus alopecuroides?
It is an annual grass that grows in clumps.
What is the native range of Cenchrus alopecuroides?
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 Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:395190-1: 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].