Loudetia furtiva - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Jacq.-Fél.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 12: 238 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000878655
Common Names
- Loudetia furtiva
- Furtive Grass
- Furtive Loudetia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Loudetia furtiva (also called Furtive Loudetia, among many other common names) is an annual grass species native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It is a small, tufted grass with narrow, linear leaves and a spike-like inflorescence. It is found in wet meadows, marshes, and other wet areas.
Uses & Benefits
Loudetia furtiva is used as a soil stabilizer and erosion control. It is also used as a forage crop and for making paper and textiles.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Loudetia furtiva is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, with small, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Loudetia furtiva is a perennial grass that is native to tropical Africa. It is a fast-growing grass that can be propagated from seed or vegetative cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types. It is best grown in a sunny location with adequate water and fertilizer. It can be propagated by seed or vegetative cuttings.
Where to Find Loudetia furtiva
Loudetia furtiva can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Loudetia furtiva FAQ
What is the scientific name of Loudetia furtiva?
Loudetia furtiva
What is the common name of Loudetia furtiva?
Furtive foxtail
What is the growth habit of Loudetia furtiva?
It is an annual grass with a tufted growth habit
Species in the Loudetia genus
Loudetia angolensis, Loudetia annua, Loudetia arundinacea, Loudetia cerata, Loudetia coarctata, Loudetia cuanzensis, Loudetia demeusei, Loudetia densispica, Loudetia echinulata, Loudetia esculenta, Loudetia filifolia, Loudetia flammida, Loudetia flavida, Loudetia furtiva, Loudetia hordeiformis, Loudetia jaegeriana, Loudetia kagerensis, Loudetia lanata, Loudetia migiurtina, Loudetia phragmitoides, Loudetia pratii, Loudetia simplex, Loudetia tisserantii, Loudetia togoensis, Loudetia vanderystii,
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
Henri Jacques-Félix (1907-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.-Fél.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:407606-1: 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].