Lasiacis nigra - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Davidse
Source:
wcs
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 29: 152 (1974)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000877551
Common Names
- Lasiacis nigra
- Black Panicgrass
- Black Speargrass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lasiacis nigra (also called Black grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to South America. It is a tufted grass with a short, erect stem and long, narrow leaves. It grows in moist areas, such as riverbanks and wet meadows, and is often found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Lasiacis nigra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal tea which is known to have anti-inflammatory properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lasiacis nigra has small yellow flowers with red centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lasiacis nigra is a perennial grass that is native to South America. It is a low-growing species that typically grows to a height of 12-18 inches (30-45 cm). It has a rhizomatous root system and can spread quickly. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny location and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Lasiacis nigra
Lasiacis nigra can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Lasiacis nigra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lasiacis nigra?
Lasiacis nigra
What is the common name of Lasiacis nigra?
Black Lasiacis
What is the natural habitat of Lasiacis nigra?
Dry forests and woodlands
Species in the Lasiacis genus
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
Gerrit Davidse (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Davidse' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:135709-2: 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].