Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
avenacea
ID:
904177

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) T.Durand & B.D.Jacks.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Index Kew. Suppl. 1: 424 1906

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000903512

Common Names

  • Avenacea Grass
  • Themeda Grass
  • Tropical Grass

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Description

Themeda avenacea (also called Avenacea, among many other common names) is an evergreen grass native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has a tufted habit and grows up to 1m tall. It is found in open grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Themeda avenacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Themeda avenacea has small, yellowish-green flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like inflorescence. The seed is a small, black, glossy nut. The seedlings are small and slender with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Themeda avenacea is a perennial grass that grows in clumps and can reach heights of up to 1.2m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be planted in spring or autumn. Division can be done in spring or autumn when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Themeda avenacea

Themeda avenacea can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of Asia, Africa, and South America.

Themeda avenacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Themeda avenacea?

Themeda avenacea

What type of plant is Themeda avenacea?

It is a species of grass in the family Poaceae.

Where is Themeda avenacea found?

It is found in India.

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-446395: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Benjamin Daydon Jackson (1846-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.D.Jacks.' in the authors string.
Théophile Alexis Durand (1855-1912): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Durand' in the authors string.