Keetia mwasumbii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bridson & Cheek
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 71(Suppl. 2): 160. 2019
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000032911
Common Names
- Keetia mwasumbii
- Mwasumbii Keetia
- Keetia Mwasumbii Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Keetia mwasumbii (also called Mwasumbi's Hair Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass that grows in tufts. It has a short, erect stem and a narrow, flat leaf. It is native to Europe and North America and can be found in meadows, pastures, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Keetia mwasumbii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Keetia mwasumbii has a flower head that is cylindrical in shape and is made up of many small, yellow-green flowers. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a tuft of leaves at the top.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Keetia mwasumbii is a perennial grass that can be propagated by seed or division. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best to plant in early spring or late fall. It can be mowed to keep it looking neat and tidy.
Where to Find Keetia mwasumbii
Keetia mwasumbii is native to Tanzania.
Keetia mwasumbii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Keetia mwasumbii?
Keetia mwasumbii
What is the common name of Keetia mwasumbii?
Mwasumbi Hairgrass
What is the natural habitat of Keetia mwasumbii?
It is found in grasslands and meadows in western Africa.
Species in the Keetia genus
Keetia acuminata, Keetia angustifolia, Keetia carmichaelii, Keetia cornelia, Keetia ferruginea, Keetia foetida, Keetia gracilis, Keetia gueinzii, Keetia hispida, Keetia inaequilatera, Keetia koritschoneri, Keetia leucantha, Keetia lukei, Keetia lulandensis, Keetia mannii, Keetia molundensis, Keetia multiflora, Keetia ornata, Keetia procteri, Keetia purpurascens, Keetia purseglovei, Keetia ripae, Keetia rubens, Keetia rufivillosa, Keetia rwandensis, Keetia tenuiflora, Keetia venosa, Keetia venosissima, Keetia zanzibarica, Keetia bridsoniae, Keetia obovata, Keetia bakossiorum, Keetia susu, Keetia futa, Keetia davidii, Keetia namoyae, Keetia mwasumbii, Keetia semsei, Keetia abouabou,
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,