Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
saxatilis
ID:
869062

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Rep. Challenger, Bot. 1(2): 90 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000868397



Common Names

  • Rock Lovegrass
  • Rock Love-grass
  • Rock Love Grass


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Description

Eragrostis saxatilis (also called weeping lovegrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Africa, Asia, and Europe. It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Eragrostis saxatilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a forage crop for livestock. It is also used to prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eragrostis saxatilis is a small, white flower with a single stamen. The seed is a small, dark brown grain. The seedlings are thin and wiry, with a single, slender stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eragrostis saxatilis is a perennial grass that grows up to 2 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division or seed. Division should be done in early spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Eragrostis saxatilis

Eragrostis saxatilis is native to South America and can be found in open grasslands and along roadsides.

Eragrostis saxatilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eragrostis saxatilis?

Eragrostis saxatilis

What is the common name of Eragrostis saxatilis?

Rocky lovegrass

What is the natural habitat of Eragrostis saxatilis?

Dry grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas

Species in the Eragrostis genus

Eragrostis pseud-obtusa, Eragrostis acamptoclada, Eragrostis acraea, Eragrostis acutiflora, Eragrostis acutiglumis, Eragrostis aegyptiaca, Eragrostis aethiopica, Eragrostis airoides, Eragrostis alopecuroides, Eragrostis alta, Eragrostis alveiformis, Eragrostis amanda, Eragrostis ambleia, Eragrostis ambohibengensis, Eragrostis ambositrensis, Eragrostis ambrensis, Eragrostis amurensis, Eragrostis anacrantha, Eragrostis anacranthoides, Eragrostis andicola, Eragrostis annulata, Eragrostis apiculata, Eragrostis aquatica, Eragrostis arenicola, Eragrostis aristata, Eragrostis aristiglumis, Eragrostis articulata, Eragrostis aspera, Eragrostis astrepta, Eragrostis astreptoclada, Eragrostis atropioides, Eragrostis atrovirens, Eragrostis attenuata, Eragrostis aurorae, Eragrostis autumnalis, Eragrostis bahamensis, Eragrostis bahiensis, Eragrostis balgooyi, Eragrostis barbinodis, Eragrostis barbulata, Eragrostis barrelieri, Eragrostis barteri, Eragrostis basedowii, Eragrostis bemarivensis, Eragrostis bergiana, Eragrostis berteroniana, Eragrostis betsileensis, Eragrostis bicolor, Eragrostis biflora, Eragrostis blepharostachya,

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

William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:401542-1: 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].