Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenorei
ID:
845897

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guss.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Fl. Sicul. Prodr. 1: 62 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000845232



Common Names

  • Aira Tenorei
  • Tenorei Feathergrass
  • Feathergrass


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Description

Aira tenorei (also called Feather Grass, among many other common names) is an annual grass native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry meadows, pastures, and other open, sunny areas. It has long, thin leaves and small, feathery flower heads.

Uses & Benefits

Aira tenorei is a grass that is used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used as an ornamental grass and can be used for landscaping. It is also used to make baskets, mats, and other crafts.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aira tenorei has small white flowers, each with a single seed. The seedlings have thin, long stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aira tenorei can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Aira tenorei

Aira tenorei can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Aira tenorei FAQ

What are the common names of Aira tenorei?

Common names of Aira tenorei include Tenore's hair-grass and Tenore's sedge.

What are the growing conditions for Aira tenorei?

Aira tenorei prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

What is the native range of Aira tenorei?

Aira tenorei is native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

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

Giovanni Gussone (1787-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guss.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:386878-1: 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].