Neurachne alopecuroides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 196 (1810)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000881507
Common Names
- Neurachne alopecuroides
- Alopecuroides Neurachne
- Alopecuroides Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Neurachne alopecuroides (also called Foxtail grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Australia. It is a clump-forming grass with narrow, arching, green leaves and small, yellow flower spikes in summer. It is commonly found in moist meadows, woodland edges, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Neurachne alopecuroides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for shade.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Neurachne alopecuroides has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Neurachne alopecuroides is a clumping bamboo that can reach heights of up to 4 m (13 ft). It is a hardy species that can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and soils. Propagation is by division of the clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Neurachne alopecuroides
Neurachne alopecuroides is found in Australia.
Neurachne alopecuroides FAQ
What is the scientific name of this plant?
Neurachne alopecuroides
What is the family of this plant?
Poaceae
What is the common name of this plant?
Fox-tail Grass
Species in the Neurachne 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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-425807: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.