Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
barbata
ID:
882037

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees) Pilg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 48: 119 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000881372

Common Names

  • Neesiochloa barbata
  • Barbed Neesiochloa
  • Barbed Neesiochloa Grass

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Description

Neesiochloa barbata (also called Barbed neesiochloa, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in clumps and has thin, wiry stems with narrow, silvery-green leaves. It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Neesiochloa barbata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as a food source for various animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Neesiochloa barbata are small and white. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neesiochloa barbata is a perennial grass that is native to tropical regions. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings, and prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Neesiochloa barbata

Neesiochloa barbata can be found in Madagascar.

Neesiochloa barbata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neesiochloa barbata?

Neesiochloa barbata

What is the family of Neesiochloa barbata?

Poaceae

Where is Neesiochloa barbata found?

Africa and Madagascar

Species in the Neesiochloa 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

Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Robert Knud Friedrich Pilger (1876-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pilg.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:168066-2: 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].