Cenchrus michoacanus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.F.Gut. & Morrone
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Argent. Bot. 47: 268 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333930
Common Names
- Michoacan Sandbur
- Cenchrus michoacanus
- Michoacan Cenchrus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cenchrus michoacanus (also called Michoacan Sandbur, among many other common names) is a species of grass in the family Poaceae. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in dry, sandy soils in open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Cenchrus michoacanus is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of food and fodder.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cenchrus michoacanus has small, white flowers with a yellow lip. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and white.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cenchrus michoacanus can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Cenchrus michoacanus
Cenchrus michoacanus is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Cenchrus michoacanus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cenchrus michoacanus?
Cenchrus michoacanus
What is the common name of Cenchrus michoacanus?
Michoacanus
What is the natural habitat of Cenchrus michoacanus?
Tropical rainforests
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
Osvaldo Morrone (1957-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Morrone' in the authors string.
Hugo F. Gutiérrez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.F.Gut.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77121710-1: 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].