Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
madagascariensis
ID:
878299

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Camus

Source:
wcs

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Compt. Rend. Hebd. Séances Acad. Sci. 181: 567 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000877634



Common Names

  • Lecomtella madagascariensis
  • Madagascar Lecomtella
  • Madagascar Spear Grass


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Description

Lecomtella madagascariensis (also called Madagascar Lecomtella, among many other common names) is a species of fish native to the Indian Ocean and the western Pacific Ocean. It has a slender body and grows to a length of up to 30 cm. It prefers habitats such as coral reefs, lagoons, and estuaries.

Uses & Benefits

Lecomtella madagascariensis is used as a fodder crop for livestock and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lecomtella madagascariensis has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lecomtella madagascariensis is a perennial grass that can be propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best to sow the seeds in early spring or late fall. The seeds should be planted in a shallow furrow and lightly covered with soil. Water the area regularly until the seedlings are established. Once established, the grass will require minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Lecomtella madagascariensis

Lecomtella madagascariensis is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Lecomtella madagascariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lecomtella madagascariensis?

Lecomtella madagascariensis

What is the natural habitat of Lecomtella madagascariensis?

It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

What is the conservation status of Lecomtella madagascariensis?

Least Concern

Species in the Lecomtella genus

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

Aimée Antoinette Camus (1879-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Camus' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:406925-1: 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].