Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
semibarbata
ID:
1553140

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Trin.) A.J.Br.

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 38: 23 (2019)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000032948



Common Names

  • Lachnagrostis semibarbata
  • Semibarbata Lachnagrostis
  • Lachnagrostis Semibarbata Grass


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Description

Lachnagrostis semibarbata (also called Semi-barbed Lachnagrostis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Poaceae family. It is native to South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is an erect grass that grows to a height of 0.5-1 m.

Uses & Benefits

Lachnagrostis semibarbata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is known for its attractive foliage and flowers and is drought tolerant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lachnagrostis semibarbata var. semibarbata
Lachnagrostis semibarbata var. filifolia (Vickery) A.J.Br.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lachnagrostis semibarbata has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and oval-shaped, with a thin, papery seed coat. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf that is covered in fine hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lachnagrostis semibarbata is a relatively easy plant to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. When propagating by cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have taken root.

Where to Find Lachnagrostis semibarbata

Lachnagrostis semibarbata is native to South America and can be found in wet, marshy areas, such as along riverbanks and in floodplains.

Lachnagrostis semibarbata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lachnagrostis semibarbata?

Lachnagrostis semibarbata

Where is Lachnagrostis semibarbata found?

It is found in South Africa.

What is the natural habitat of Lachnagrostis semibarbata?

It grows in grasslands and savannas.

Species in the Lachnagrostis genus

Lachnagrostis adamsonii, Lachnagrostis aemula, Lachnagrostis ammobia, Lachnagrostis barbuligera, Lachnagrostis billardierei, Lachnagrostis collicola, Lachnagrostis drummondiana, Lachnagrostis elata, Lachnagrostis filiformis, Lachnagrostis glabra, Lachnagrostis lachnantha, Lachnagrostis lacunis, Lachnagrostis leptostachys, Lachnagrostis limitanea, Lachnagrostis littoralis, Lachnagrostis lyallii, Lachnagrostis meionectes, Lachnagrostis pilosa, Lachnagrostis plebeia, Lachnagrostis preissii, Lachnagrostis robusta, Lachnagrostis rudis, Lachnagrostis schlechteri, Lachnagrostis sodiroana, Lachnagrostis striata, Lachnagrostis tenuis, Lachnagrostis uda, Lachnagrostis nesomytica, Lachnagrostis morrisii, Lachnagrostis deflexa, Lachnagrostis contracta, Lachnagrostis perennis, Lachnagrostis palustris, Lachnagrostis leviseta, Lachnagrostis ripulae, Lachnagrostis eriantha, Lachnagrostis polypogonoides, Lachnagrostis huttoniae, Lachnagrostis semibarbata, Lachnagrostis distans,

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:77217410-1: 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].