Cynodon magennisii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hurcombe
Source:
wcs
Year:
1947
Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 13: 109 (1947)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000861152
Common Names
- Magennisii Cynodon
- Magennisii Dog's Tail
- Magennisii Couch Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cynodon magennisii (also called Magennis' Bermuda Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the tropical regions of Africa. It grows in moist, tropical climates and is often used in cuisine and herbal medicine. It has a long, thin stem with long, narrow leaves and a strong, grassy scent.
Uses & Benefits
Cynodon magennisii is used as a fodder crop and as an ornamental plant. It is also used to make paper and as a source of fuel.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cynodon magennisii is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, yellow-brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cynodon magennisii is a perennial grass native to India and Sri Lanka. It is a fast-growing grass that can reach up to 1.5 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through seed, but it can also be propagated through division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.
Where to Find Cynodon magennisii
Cynodon magennisii is native to India and Sri Lanka.
Cynodon magennisii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cynodon magennisii?
Cynodon magennisii
What type of plant is Cynodon magennisii?
Grass
Where is Cynodon magennisii native to?
India
Species in the Cynodon genus
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
Ruth Hurcombe (d.2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hurcombe' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:397095-1: 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].