Nassella barbinodis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Phil.) Muñoz-Schick, Ciald. & Morrone
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Darwiniana , n.s., 1: 90 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339446
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Nassella barbinodis (also called Barbinodis needle grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to South America. It has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It typically grows in dry, sunny areas, such as fields and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Nassella barbinodis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and as an ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nassella barbinodis has small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Nassella barbinodis is a perennial grass native to Central and South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect sunlight. The soil should be well-draining and slightly acidic. Propagation can be done through division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown on a sterile, well-draining medium and kept moist and warm.
Where to Find Nassella barbinodis
Nassella barbinodis is native to the tropical forests of Central America.
Nassella barbinodis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nassella barbinodis?
Nassella barbinodis
What is the common name of Nassella barbinodis?
Barbed Needlegrass
What is the natural habitat of Nassella barbinodis?
Open woodlands and grasslands
Species in the Nassella genus
Nassella airoides, Nassella ancoraimensis, Nassella arcaensis, Nassella arcuata, Nassella arechavaletae, Nassella argentinensis, Nassella asplundii, Nassella ayacuchensis, Nassella brachychaetoides, Nassella brachyphylla, Nassella brasiliensis, Nassella burkartii, Nassella cabrerae, Nassella caespitosa, Nassella carettei, Nassella catamarcensis, Nassella cernua, Nassella chaparensis, Nassella charruana, Nassella chilensis, Nassella coquimbensis, Nassella cordobensis, Nassella crassiflora, Nassella curamalalensis, Nassella depauperata, Nassella duriuscula, Nassella elata, Nassella entrerriensis, Nassella fabrisii, Nassella famatinensis, Nassella filiculmis, Nassella formicarum, Nassella gibba, Nassella gigantea, Nassella glabripoda, Nassella hirtifolia, Nassella holwayi, Nassella huallancaensis, Nassella hunzikeri, Nassella hyalina, Nassella ibarrensis, Nassella inconspicua, Nassella juergensii, Nassella karstenii, Nassella lachnophylla, Nassella laevissima, Nassella lepida, Nassella leptocoronata, Nassella leptothera, Nassella leucotricha,
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
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Mélica Muñoz-Schick (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Muñoz-Schick' in the authors string.
Osvaldo Morrone (1957-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Morrone' in the authors string.
Ana María Cialdella (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ciald.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77139404-1: 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].