Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
melanocarpus
ID:
874860

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Elliott) Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 19: 71 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000874195

Common Names

  • Melanocarpus Heteropogon
  • Heteropogon melanocarpus
  • Heteropogon

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Description

Heteropogon melanocarpus (also called black-fruited pennisetum, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and grows in dry, sandy soils. It is commonly found in grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Heteropogon melanocarpus is used for soil stabilization and erosion control, as well as forage for livestock. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Heteropogon melanocarpus is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Heteropogon melanocarpus are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heteropogon melanocarpus can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept at a temperature of 25-30°C. Division is best done in spring or early summer. The clumps should be divided into smaller pieces and replanted in the same potting mix.

Where to Find Heteropogon melanocarpus

Heteropogon melanocarpus is native to Africa and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It can be found in open grasslands, woodlands, and savannas.

Heteropogon melanocarpus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heteropogon melanocarpus?

Heteropogon melanocarpus

What is the common name of Heteropogon melanocarpus?

Black-fruited Heteropogon

Where is Heteropogon melanocarpus found?

It is found in India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:404802-1: 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].