Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
africanus
ID:
905376

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Coss. & Durieu) H.Scholz & P.König

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 14: 376 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000904711

Common Names

  • Tripogon africanus
  • African Tripogon
  • African Three-Bearded Grass

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Description

Tripogon africanus (also called African Porcupine Grass, among many other common names) is a species of grass in the genus Triodia. It is a perennial grass with a tufted habit and has a grey-green colour. It is native to Africa and is found in arid and semi-arid regions, growing in sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Tripogon africanus is used as an ornamental plant, as its foliage is attractive and its flowers are fragrant. It is also used as a source of fuel and in the construction of shelters.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tripogon africanus has small, yellow flowers with a single pistil and six stamens. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are short and slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tripogon africanus is a perennial grass native to Australia. It is a hardy species that can tolerate a wide range of soil types and conditions. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny position. Division of established plants can be done in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Tripogon africanus

Tripogon africanus is native to Africa.

Tripogon africanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tripogon africanus?

Tripogon africanus

What is the common name of Tripogon africanus?

Africanus Spinifex

What is the natural habitat of Tripogon africanus?

Arid and semi-arid regions of Australia

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

Ernest Cosson (1819-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Coss.' in the authors string.
Michel Charles Durieu de Maisonneuve (1796-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Durieu' in the authors string.
Hildemar Scholz (1928-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Scholz' in the authors string.
Peter König: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.König' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:915577-1: 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].