Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
scabra
ID:
878593

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nees

Source:
wcs

Year:
1829

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. Enum. Pl. 2: 435 (1829)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000877928

Common Names

  • Leptochloa scabra
  • Scabrous Knotgrass
  • Scabrous Leptochloa

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Description

Leptochloa scabra (also called Rough Beaked-grass, among many other common names) is an annual grass species native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Old World. It is a tufted grass with erect culms and long, flat leaves. It is found in open, dry habitats, such as grasslands, savannas, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Leptochloa scabra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a turf grass in lawns.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptochloa scabra has small, yellow flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are slender and have a reddish-brown stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptochloa scabra is a perennial grass that can be propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best to sow the seeds in early spring or late fall. The seeds should be planted in a shallow furrow and lightly covered with soil. Water the area regularly until the seedlings are established. Once established, the grass will require minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Leptochloa scabra

Leptochloa scabra can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, Australia, and South America.

Leptochloa scabra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptochloa scabra?

Leptochloa scabra

What is the family of Leptochloa scabra?

Poaceae

What is the common name of Leptochloa scabra?

Scabrous Sprangletop

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

Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:303720-2: 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].