Mesosetum alatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Filg.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 39: 306 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000879777
Common Names
- Mesosetum alatum
- Winged Mesosetum
- Winged Setaria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mesosetum alatum (also called Winged Mesosetum, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to Africa. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Mesosetum alatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Mesosetum alatum are small and white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mesosetum alatum is a perennial grass native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Water the soil regularly to keep it moist but not soggy. The seeds should germinate within a few weeks. To propagate by division, dig up the clumps of grass and divide them into smaller sections. Replant the sections in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly to keep the soil moist.
Where to Find Mesosetum alatum
Mesosetum alatum is native to Africa.
Mesosetum alatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mesosetum alatum?
Mesosetum alatum
What are the common names of Mesosetum alatum?
African daisy, African daisy bush
What is the natural habitat of Mesosetum alatum?
It is native to South Africa and grows in dry, rocky areas
Species in the Mesosetum genus
Mesosetum agropyroides, Mesosetum alatum, Mesosetum annuum, Mesosetum ansatum, Mesosetum arenarium, Mesosetum bifarium, Mesosetum blakei, Mesosetum cayennense, Mesosetum chaseae, Mesosetum chlorostachyum, Mesosetum comatum, Mesosetum compressum, Mesosetum elytrochaetum, Mesosetum exaratum, Mesosetum ferrugineum, Mesosetum filifolium, Mesosetum gibbosum, Mesosetum loliiforme, Mesosetum longiaristatum, Mesosetum pappophorum, Mesosetum penicillatum, Mesosetum pittieri, Mesosetum rottboellioides, Mesosetum sclerochloa, Mesosetum stoloniferum, Mesosetum wrightii, Mesosetum canastrense, Mesosetum filgueirasii,
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
Tarciso S. Filgueiras (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Filg.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:932199-1: 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].