Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
juergensii
ID:
1594855

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hack.) P.M.Peterson, Romasch. & Soreng

Source:

Year:
2021

Citation Micro:
J. Syst. Evol. 60: 586 (2021)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000048253



Common Names

  • Condilorachia juergensii
  • Juergens' Condilorachia
  • Juergens' Wiregrass


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Description

Condilorachia juergensii (also called Juergens' grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to South America. It has a tufted growth habit and grows to a height of 0.5 to 1 meter. It prefers dry, sunny habitats and is commonly found in steppes, meadows, and mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Condilorachia juergensii is a species of grass used in landscaping, erosion control, and as a forage grass for livestock. It is also used as an ornamental grass in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Condilorachia juergensii is small and yellow. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Condilorachia juergensii is a perennial grass that is propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light shade. It can be mowed to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Condilorachia juergensii

Condilorachia juergensii is native to Brazil and can be found in wetland habitats.

Condilorachia juergensii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Condilorachia juergensii?

Condilorachia juergensii

What type of plant is Condilorachia juergensii?

Grass

Where is Condilorachia juergensii found?

Brazil

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

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77308398-1: 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].