Eriachne avenacea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 184 (1810)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000868790
Common Names
- Avenacea Eriachne
- Avenacea Grass
- Avenacea Wheatgrass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eriachne avenacea (also called Oat-like Rat's Tail Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to Australia. It has a tufted habit with narrow, flat leaves and a long, cylindrical inflorescence. It is found in a variety of habitats, from grasslands to open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Eriachne avenacea is used as an ornamental plant and as a forage crop for livestock. It is also used to prevent soil erosion and to provide habitat for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eriachne avenacea is a small, yellow-green flower with a long, thin stem. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a pointed tip. The seedlings are thin and light green in color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eriachne avenacea is a perennial grass that is native to Australia. It is a low-growing species that forms tufts of narrow, upright leaves. It is best grown in well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is best done by division or seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny position and lightly covered with soil.
Where to Find Eriachne avenacea
Eriachne avenacea can be found in dry grasslands and steppes of Central Asia, from Kazakhstan to Iran.
Eriachne avenacea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eriachne avenacea?
Eriachne avenacea
What is the common name of Eriachne avenacea?
Oat Grass
What is the natural habitat of Eriachne avenacea?
Grassy woodlands
Species in the Eriachne genus
Eriachne agrostidea, Eriachne aristidea, Eriachne armitii, Eriachne avenacea, Eriachne axillaris, Eriachne basalis, Eriachne basedowii, Eriachne benthamii, Eriachne bleeseri, Eriachne burkittii, Eriachne capillaris, Eriachne ciliata, Eriachne compacta, Eriachne fastigiata, Eriachne festucacea, Eriachne filiformis, Eriachne flaccida, Eriachne gardneri, Eriachne glabrata, Eriachne glandulosa, Eriachne glauca, Eriachne helmsii, Eriachne humilis, Eriachne imbricata, Eriachne insularis, Eriachne lanata, Eriachne major, Eriachne melicacea, Eriachne minuta, Eriachne mucronata, Eriachne nervosa, Eriachne nodosa, Eriachne obtusa, Eriachne ovata, Eriachne pallescens, Eriachne pauciflora, Eriachne pulchella, Eriachne rara, Eriachne schultziana, Eriachne scleranthoides, Eriachne semiciliata, Eriachne squarrosa, Eriachne stipacea, Eriachne sulcata, Eriachne tenuiculmis, Eriachne triodioides, Eriachne triseta, Eriachne vesiculosa, Eriachne pindanica,
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
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:401803-1: 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].