Status:
valid
Authors:
(Edgew.) Hook.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1880
Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 3: 46 (1880)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000871829
Common Names
- Nana Fescue
- Nana Meadow Fescue
- Nana Turf Fescue
Description
Clarkella nana (also called Dwarf Fescue, among many other common names) is a tufted, perennial grass native to Europe, North Africa, and temperate Asia. It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and sand dunes.
Uses & Benefits
Clarkella nana is a species of grass that is used for ornamental purposes in landscaping. It is also used for erosion control and as a forage crop for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Clarkella nana has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in panicles. The seeds are small and dark brown, and the seedlings are slender and light green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Clarkella nana can be propagated by division or seed. It should be grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
Where to Find Clarkella nana
Clarkella nana can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Clarkella nana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clarkella nana?
Clarkella nana
What is the common name of Clarkella nana?
Nana
What is the family of Clarkella nana?
Poaceae
Species in the Clarkella genus
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata,
Acranthera anamallica,
Acranthera athroophlebia,
Acranthera atropella,
Acranthera aurantiaca,
Acranthera axilliflora,
Acranthera bullata,
Acranthera capitata,
Acranthera ceylanica,
Acranthera didymocarpa,
Acranthera endertii,
Acranthera frutescens,
Acranthera grandiflora,
Acranthera hallieri,
Acranthera hirtostipula,
Acranthera involucrata,
Acranthera johannis-winkleri,
Acranthera lanceolata,
Acranthera longipes,
Acranthera longipetiolata,
Acranthera maculata,
Acranthera megaphylla,
Acranthera monantha,
Acranthera nieuwenhuisii,
Acranthera ophiorhizoides,
Acranthera parviflora,
Acranthera philippensis,
Acranthera ruttenii,
Acranthera salmonea,
Acranthera siamensis,
Acranthera siliquosa,
Acranthera simalurensis,
Acranthera sinensis,
Acranthera strigosa,
Acranthera tomentosa,
Acranthera variegata,
Acranthera velutinervia,
Acranthera yatesii,
Acranthera philippinensis,
Acranthera burmanica,
Acranthera virescens,
Acranthera hoangii,
Acranthera collina,
Acrobotrys discolor,
Acrosynanthus jamaicensis,
Acrosynanthus latifolius,
Acrosynanthus minor,
Acrosynanthus ovatus,
Acrosynanthus parvifolius,
Acrosynanthus revolutus,