Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glomeratum
ID:
905840

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Trin. ex Steud.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl. Glumac. 1: 229 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000905175

Common Names

  • Trisetum Glomeratum
  • Clustered Oatgrass
  • Trisetum Glomeratum Oatgrass

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Description

Trisetum glomeratum (also called Glomerate Trisetum, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows in dry, sandy soils, and is typically found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Trisetum glomeratum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trisetum glomeratum has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in spike-like clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a smooth, glossy surface. The seedlings are slender and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trisetum glomeratum is a perennial grass native to North America. It is easy to propagate from seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. Deadheading is recommended to keep the plant looking tidy.

Where to Find Trisetum glomeratum

Trisetum glomeratum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found growing in dry, rocky areas.

Trisetum glomeratum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trisetum glomeratum?

Trisetum glomeratum

What is the common name of Trisetum glomeratum?

Clustered Oat Grass

Where is Trisetum glomeratum native to?

North America

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

Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
Carl Bernhard von Trinius (1778-1844): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trin.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:425213-1: 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].