Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
alta
ID:
867981

Status:
valid

Authors:
Keng

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Lingnan Sci. J. 16: 1 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000867316

Common Names

  • Eragrostis Alta
  • Alta Lovegrass
  • Alta Pigeon Grass

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Description

Eragrostis alta (also called Tall Lovegrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the Americas. It has a tufted habit and grows to a height of 0.3-0.6 m. It is found in open grassland, woodland, and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eragrostis alta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It has a long flowering season and is known for its bright yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eragrostis alta is a small, pale yellow spikelet with a single floret. The seed is a small, smooth, yellow-brown grain. The seedlings are slender, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eragrostis alta is a perennial grass native to South America. It grows in clumps and can reach up to 4 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. To propagate by seed, sow the seed in a warm, sunny location in the spring or early summer. To propagate by division, divide the clumps of grass in the spring or early summer and replant in a sunny location.

Where to Find Eragrostis alta

Eragrostis alta can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Eragrostis alta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eragrostis alta?

Eragrostis alta

What is the common name of Eragrostis alta?

Tall Lovegrass

What is the family of Eragrostis alta?

Poaceae

Species in the Eragrostis genus

Eragrostis pseud-obtusa, Eragrostis acamptoclada, Eragrostis acraea, Eragrostis acutiflora, Eragrostis acutiglumis, Eragrostis aegyptiaca, Eragrostis aethiopica, Eragrostis airoides, Eragrostis alopecuroides, Eragrostis alta, Eragrostis alveiformis, Eragrostis amanda, Eragrostis ambleia, Eragrostis ambohibengensis, Eragrostis ambositrensis, Eragrostis ambrensis, Eragrostis amurensis, Eragrostis anacrantha, Eragrostis anacranthoides, Eragrostis andicola, Eragrostis annulata, Eragrostis apiculata, Eragrostis aquatica, Eragrostis arenicola, Eragrostis aristata, Eragrostis aristiglumis, Eragrostis articulata, Eragrostis aspera, Eragrostis astrepta, Eragrostis astreptoclada, Eragrostis atropioides, Eragrostis atrovirens, Eragrostis attenuata, Eragrostis aurorae, Eragrostis autumnalis, Eragrostis bahamensis, Eragrostis bahiensis, Eragrostis balgooyi, Eragrostis barbinodis, Eragrostis barbulata, Eragrostis barrelieri, Eragrostis barteri, Eragrostis basedowii, Eragrostis bemarivensis, Eragrostis bergiana, Eragrostis berteroniana, Eragrostis betsileensis, Eragrostis bicolor, Eragrostis biflora, Eragrostis blepharostachya,

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

Yi Li Keng (1898-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Keng' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:400774-1: 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].