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
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.
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
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].