Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nervosa
ID:
869513

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ewart & Cookson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Fl. N. Territory : 44 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000868848

Common Names

  • Nervous Eriachne Grass
  • Nervous Wallaby Grass
  • Nervous Wallabygrass

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Description

Eriachne nervosa (also called Nerve 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 nervosa is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to make herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriachne nervosa is a small, yellowish-white spikelet with a single floret. The seed of Eriachne nervosa is a small, dark-brown caryopsis. The seedlings of Eriachne nervosa are thin, light green and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriachne nervosa is a perennial grass native to Australia. It forms tufts of narrow, upright leaves and produces small, yellowish flowers in summer. 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 nervosa

Eriachne nervosa is found in Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia.

Eriachne nervosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriachne nervosa?

Eriachne nervosa

What is the family of Eriachne nervosa?

Poaceae

Where is Eriachne nervosa found?

Australia

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

Alfred James Ewart (1872-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ewart' in the authors string.
Isabel Clifton Cookson (1893-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cookson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:401843-1: 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].