Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
echinatus
ID:
859256

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 1050 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000858591

Common Names

  • Cenchrus echinatus
  • Spiny Sandbur
  • Spiny Cenchrus

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Description

Cenchrus echinatus (also called star-bur, among many other common names) is an annual grass with a cylindrical, spike-like inflorescence. It is native to North America, and is found in open, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cenchrus echinatus is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a forage crop for livestock. It is also used to make paper and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cenchrus echinatus 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 echinatus is a warm-season grass native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It can be propagated by seed or vegetative means. The seeds should be planted in well-drained soil in full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best to mow the grass regularly to keep it from becoming too tall or unruly. It can also be propagated by division or by planting stem cuttings.

Where to Find Cenchrus echinatus

Cenchrus echinatus is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas.

Cenchrus echinatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cenchrus echinatus?

Cenchrus echinatus

What are the common names of Cenchrus echinatus?

Spiny Sandbur, Sandbur, and Field Sandbur

What is the growth habit of Cenchrus echinatus?

Cenchrus echinatus is a perennial grass that grows in clumps

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 Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:316518-2: 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].