Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
deceptorix
ID:
902275

Status:
valid

Authors:
Connor

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 32: 144 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000901610



Common Names

  • Stenostachys deceptorix
  • False Needlegrass
  • False Oatgrass


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Description

Stenostachys deceptorix (also called Deceptive Stenostachys, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is a cool-season grass that grows in moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of shade. It has a bunchgrass form and can reach heights of up to 1.2 meters. Its leaves are flat and can reach up to 25 cm in length.

Uses & Benefits

Stenostachys deceptorix is a species of grass native to North America. It is used as an ornamental grass and is also used in erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stenostachys deceptorix is a small, yellowish-green flower head. The seed is a small, brown, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, slender, green stem and a few small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenostachys deceptorix is a perennial grass native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing grass that forms dense tufts of foliage. It is tolerant of drought and heat and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or seed. It can be used in rock gardens, borders, and as a groundcover.

Where to Find Stenostachys deceptorix

Stenostachys deceptorix is native to California and can be found in dry, open habitats.

Stenostachys deceptorix FAQ

What is the growth rate of Stenostachys deceptorix?

The growth rate of Stenostachys deceptorix is slow to moderate.

What is the soil type for Stenostachys deceptorix?

Stenostachys deceptorix prefers sandy, well-drained soils.

What is the water requirement of Stenostachys deceptorix?

Stenostachys deceptorix requires moderate to regular water.

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

Henry Eamonn Connor (1922-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Connor' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:988935-1: 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].