Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
praeflorum
ID:
861021

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chiov.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Annuario Reale Ist. Bot. Roma 7: 75 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000860356

Common Names

  • Coelachyrum praeflorum
  • Early-flowering Coelachyrum
  • Early-flowering Hare's-foot Grass

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Description

Coelachyrum praeflorum (also called Pre-Flowering Feather Grass, among many other common names) is a small annual grass native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Africa. It grows in dry, sunny habitats and is characterized by its thin, delicate leaves and its feathery inflorescence.

Uses & Benefits

Coelachyrum praeflorum is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Coelachyrum praeflorum is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coelachyrum praeflorum is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 1 meter. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer or early fall. Plant the cuttings in a well-draining potting mix and keep them in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Coelachyrum praeflorum

Coelachyrum praeflorum can be found in wet meadows and wetland margins in the Northern Hemisphere.

Coelachyrum praeflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coelachyrum praeflorum?

Coelachyrum praeflorum

What is the common name of Coelachyrum praeflorum?

Praeflorum grass

Where is Coelachyrum praeflorum native to?

Africa

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

Emilio Chiovenda (1871-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiov.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:396475-1: 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].