Cynosurus cristatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 72 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000861316
Common Names
- Crested Dog's-tail Grass
- Cynosurus cristatus
- Crested Dogtail Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cynosurus cristatus (also called Egyptian grass, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to Africa and the Middle East. It is a perennial grass with a creeping rhizome and a short, erect culm. It is found in grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas, and is a common weed in cultivated fields.
Uses & Benefits
Cynosurus cristatus is used as an ornamental grass, for erosion control, and as a turf grass. It is also used as a forage grass for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cynosurus cristatus is a small, yellowish-green spikelet with a single floret. The seed is a small, dark brown caryopsis. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.
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Cynosurus cristatus can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a range of soil types.
Where to Find Cynosurus cristatus
Cynosurus cristatus is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of North Africa, the Middle East, and Europe.
Cynosurus cristatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cynosurus cristatus?
Cynosurus cristatus
What is the common name of Cynosurus cristatus?
Crested dog's-tail grass
What is the native range of Cynosurus cristatus?
Africa
Species in the Cynosurus 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
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:397168-1: 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].