Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
capensis
ID:
866207

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1779

Citation Micro:
Kongl. Vetensk. Acad. Handl. 40: 216 (1779)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000865542

Common Names

  • Cape Ehrharta
  • Ehrharta capensis
  • Cape Ehrharta

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Description

Ehrharta capensis (also called Ehrharta capensis, among many other common names) is an annual grass native to tropical Africa, Australia, and New Guinea. It grows in open grasslands, woodlands, and savannas and is characterized by its narrow, pointed leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ehrharta capensis is used as a turf grass, for erosion control, and as a forage crop. It is also used medicinally for its diuretic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ehrharta capensis is small, white and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ehrharta capensis is a perennial grass that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa. It is a low-growing grass that grows in clumps and has thin, arching leaves. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-prepared seed bed. Division should be done in spring or autumn when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Ehrharta capensis

Ehrharta capensis can be found in South Africa, Lesotho, and Swaziland.

Ehrharta capensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ehrharta capensis?

Ehrharta capensis

What are the common names of Ehrharta capensis?

No common names are known for this species

What is the natural habitat of Ehrharta capensis?

Ehrharta capensis is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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 Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:399828-1: 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].