Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
biseriata
ID:
906216

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stapf

Source:
wcs

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1897: 295 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000905551

Common Names

  • Tristachya biseriata
  • Biseriate Hairgrass
  • Tristachya Grass

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Description

Tristachya biseriata (also called African Three-Awn, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Africa. It grows to a height of up to 1.5 m and has a clumping habit. Its leaves are linear and have a rough texture. It is found in grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Tristachya biseriata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tristachya biseriata is yellow with a white center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tristachya biseriata can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Tristachya biseriata

Tristachya biseriata is native to tropical Africa and can be found in grasslands, open woodlands, and along roadsides.

Tristachya biseriata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tristachya biseriata?

Tristachya biseriata

What is the common name of Tristachya biseriata?

African Grass

Where does Tristachya biseriata grow?

Tristachya biseriata is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa

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 Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:425458-1: 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].