Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
spicatus
ID:
904591

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.f.) Kuntze

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 794 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000903926

Common Names

  • Trachypogon Spicatus
  • Spicatus Trachypogon
  • Spicatus's Trachypogon

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Description

Trachypogon spicatus (also called Trachypogon, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous perennial plant native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It has a single stem, with alternate, ovate-lanceolate leaves that are dark green in color. It is found in open grasslands and savannas, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Trachypogon spicatus is used as an ornamental grass in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control and as a forage crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trachypogon spicatus is small, yellow-green in color and has three petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trachypogon spicatus is a perennial grass that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Trachypogon spicatus

Trachypogon spicatus is native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia. It can be found in moist forests and along streams.

Trachypogon spicatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trachypogon spicatus?

Trachypogon spicatus

What is the common name of Trachypogon spicatus?

Spike Beardgrass

What type of plant is Trachypogon spicatus?

A perennial grass

Where is Trachypogon spicatus found?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world

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

Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:424391-1: 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].