Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
burttii
ID:
1594856

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.E.Hubb.) P.M.Peterson

Source:

Year:
2021

Citation Micro:
J. Syst. Evol. 60: 637 (2021)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000048254

Common Names

  • Coelachyrum burttii
  • Burtt's Coelachyrum
  • Burtt's Wiregrass

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Description

Coelachyrum burttii (also called Burtt's grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Africa. It has a tufted growth habit and grows to a height of 0.5 to 1 meter. It prefers dry, sunny habitats and is commonly found in steppes, meadows, and mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Coelachyrum burttii is a species of grass used in landscaping, erosion control, and as a forage grass for livestock. It is also used as an ornamental grass in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Coelachyrum burttii is small and yellow. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coelachyrum burttii is a perennial grass that is propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light shade. It can be mowed to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Coelachyrum burttii

Coelachyrum burttii is native to India and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Coelachyrum burttii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coelachyrum burttii?

Coelachyrum burttii

What type of plant is Coelachyrum burttii?

Grass

Where is Coelachyrum burttii found?

India

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

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77311050-1: 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].