Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
nesomytica
ID:
908917

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.J.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 24: 130 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000908252

Common Names

  • Lachnagrostis nesomytica
  • Nesomytic Bristlegrass
  • Nesomytic Bristle Grass

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Description

Lachnagrostis nesomytica (also called Nesomytic Lachnagrostis, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Africa. It is a tufted grass with a bluish-green foliage and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lachnagrostis nesomytica is used as a forage crop, as an ornamental plant, and as a soil stabilizer.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lachnagrostis nesomytica sub. pseudofiliformis A.J.Br.
Lachnagrostis nesomytica sub. paralia A.J.Br.
Lachnagrostis nesomytica sub. nesomytica

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lachnagrostis nesomytica has small, yellow-green flowers with three petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are short and have broad, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lachnagrostis nesomytica is a perennial grass native to the Mediterranean region. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of soil types and climates. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but it can also be propagated by division. It is a fast-growing grass and can spread quickly, so it should be kept in check by regular mowing or trimming.

Where to Find Lachnagrostis nesomytica

Lachnagrostis nesomytica can be found in South Africa.

Lachnagrostis nesomytica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lachnagrostis nesomytica?

Lachnagrostis nesomytica

What is the common name of Lachnagrostis nesomytica?

Nesomytic Lachnagrostis

Where is Lachnagrostis nesomytica found?

Lachnagrostis nesomytica is found in South Africa.

Species in the Lachnagrostis genus

Lachnagrostis adamsonii, Lachnagrostis aemula, Lachnagrostis ammobia, Lachnagrostis barbuligera, Lachnagrostis billardierei, Lachnagrostis collicola, Lachnagrostis drummondiana, Lachnagrostis elata, Lachnagrostis filiformis, Lachnagrostis glabra, Lachnagrostis lachnantha, Lachnagrostis lacunis, Lachnagrostis leptostachys, Lachnagrostis limitanea, Lachnagrostis littoralis, Lachnagrostis lyallii, Lachnagrostis meionectes, Lachnagrostis pilosa, Lachnagrostis plebeia, Lachnagrostis preissii, Lachnagrostis robusta, Lachnagrostis rudis, Lachnagrostis schlechteri, Lachnagrostis sodiroana, Lachnagrostis striata, Lachnagrostis tenuis, Lachnagrostis uda, Lachnagrostis nesomytica, Lachnagrostis morrisii, Lachnagrostis deflexa, Lachnagrostis contracta, Lachnagrostis perennis, Lachnagrostis palustris, Lachnagrostis leviseta, Lachnagrostis ripulae, Lachnagrostis eriantha, Lachnagrostis polypogonoides, Lachnagrostis huttoniae, Lachnagrostis semibarbata, Lachnagrostis distans,

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

A.J. Brown: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Br.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77080432-1: 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].