Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
sicula
ID:
863433

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jacq.) Dumort.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1822

Citation Micro:
Comment. Bot. : 27 (1822)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000862768

Common Names

  • Sicula Desmazeria
  • Sicilian Desmazeria
  • Sicilian Meadow Grass

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Description

Desmazeria sicula (also called Sicilian Lovegrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the Mediterranean region. It is a tufted grass with narrow, linear leaves and small, spike-like inflorescences. It is found in coastal areas, dunes, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Desmazeria sicula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Desmazeria sicula has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and glossy and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Desmazeria sicula is a perennial grass that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is typically grown in full sun and prefers well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps. It can also be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Desmazeria sicula

Desmazeria sicula can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Desmazeria sicula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmazeria sicula?

Desmazeria sicula

What is the family of Desmazeria sicula?

Poaceae

Where is Desmazeria sicula native to?

Mediterranean region

Species in the Desmazeria 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

Barthélémy Du Mortier (1797-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dumort.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:397855-1: 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].