Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alonsoi
ID:
899647

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pensiero & A.M.Anton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Novon 4: 287 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000898982

Common Names

  • Alonso's Foxtail
  • Foxtail
  • Fox Tail Grass

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Description

Setaria alonsoi (also called Alonso's foxtail, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Europe and North Africa. It has narrow, linear leaves and grows in grasslands, meadows, and other habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Setaria alonsoi is used as an ornamental grass and for erosion control. It is also used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Setaria alonsoi is a small, yellow, spike-like flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, dark green with long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Setaria alonsoi is a perennial grass that grows in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers well-drained, sandy soils. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny spot. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided and replanted in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Setaria alonsoi

Setaria alonsoi can be found in the Mediterranean region, including countries such as Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Setaria alonsoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Setaria alonsoi?

Setaria alonsoi

What is the common name of Setaria alonsoi?

Alonso's foxtail

Where does Setaria alonsoi grow?

Setaria alonsoi is native to the Mediterranean region, but can be found in other parts of the world as well.

Species in the Setaria genus

Setaria albovillosa, Setaria alonsoi, Setaria apiculata, Setaria appendiculata, Setaria arizonica, Setaria atrata, Setaria australiensis, Setaria austrocaledonica, Setaria aversa, Setaria barbata, Setaria barbinodis, Setaria basiclada, Setaria bathiei, Setaria bosseri, Setaria brigalow, Setaria brownii, Setaria cernua, Setaria chapmanii, Setaria chondrachne, Setaria clementii, Setaria clivalis, Setaria constricta, Setaria cordobensis, Setaria corrugata, Setaria criniformis, Setaria dielsii, Setaria distans, Setaria distantiflora, Setaria elegantula, Setaria faberi, Setaria fiebrigii, Setaria finita, Setaria flavida, Setaria forbesiana, Setaria gausa, Setaria geminata, Setaria globoidea, Setaria globulifera, Setaria gracillima, Setaria grandis, Setaria grandispiculata, Setaria grisebachii, Setaria guizhouensis, Setaria hassleri, Setaria homonyma, Setaria humbertiana, Setaria hunzikeri, Setaria incrassata, Setaria intermedia, Setaria italica,

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

Ana María Anton (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anton' in the authors string.
José Francisco Pensiero (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pensiero' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:304110-2: 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].