Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
canescens
ID:
861297

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) P.Beauv.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1812

Citation Micro:
Ess. Agrostogr. : 90 (1812)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000860632



Common Names

  • Grey Hair Grass
  • Corynephorus Canescens
  • Cushion Hair Grass


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Description

Corynephorus canescens (also called Grey Hairgrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Europe and North Africa. It is a small grass, growing up to 30 cm in height, with short, green, feathery plumes. It is commonly found in open grasslands, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Corynephorus canescens is used as an ornamental plant and for soil stabilization.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Corynephorus canescens var. viridis (Asch. & Graebn.) Soó

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Corynephorus canescens has a white flower, small seeds and long seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Corynephorus canescens is a perennial grass that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing grass that can reach heights of up to 2 feet (0.6 m). It prefers full sun and dry, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, division, or cuttings. Plant the seed in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Divide the clumps in spring or fall. Take cuttings in summer or fall.

Where to Find Corynephorus canescens

Corynephorus canescens is native to the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Corynephorus canescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Corynephorus canescens?

Corynephorus canescens

What is the common name of Corynephorus canescens?

Grey Hairgrass

What is the natural habitat of Corynephorus canescens?

Grassy areas in temperate climates

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

Palisot de Beauvois (1752-1820): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Beauv.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:396681-1: 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].