Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
ovatus
ID:
866144

Status:
valid

Authors:
(G.Forst.) P.Beauv.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1812

Citation Micro:
Ess. Agrostogr. : 42 (1812)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000865479



Common Names

  • Ovate Echinopogon
  • Ovate Foxtail
  • Ovatus Grass


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Description

Echinopogon ovatus (also called ovate beardgrass, among many other common names) is an annual grass species native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has a slender stem with a tuft of leaves at the base and can grow up to 1 m in height. It is commonly found in wetland habitats, such as marshes and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Echinopogon ovatus is used as a ground cover in gardens and as an ornamental plant. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Echinopogon ovatus is a small, yellow spikelet that is borne on a short, thin stalk. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped grain. The seedlings are small, thin, and have two long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinopogon ovatus is a perennial grass that is native to Australia. It grows in moist soils in open grasslands, woodlands, and along roadsides. It prefers full sun to partial shade and can tolerate dry conditions. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Echinopogon ovatus

Echinopogon ovatus is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas.

Echinopogon ovatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinopogon ovatus?

Echinopogon ovatus

What is the common name of Echinopogon ovatus?

Ovate Echinopogon

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Poaceae

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:399782-1: 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].