Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
dimidiatum
ID:
902284

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Brongn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Voy. Monde , Phan.: 127 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000901619

Common Names

  • Stenotaphrum dimidiatum
  • Half-dome St. Augustinegrass
  • Half-dome Buffalo Grass

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Description

Stenotaphrum dimidiatum (also called Buffalo grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to tropical and subtropical regions. It is a tufted grass with a short, erect stem, and its leaves are flat and narrow. It is found in moist, shady areas such as forests and wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Stenotaphrum dimidiatum is used as an ornamental grass in landscaping and as a fodder grass for livestock. It is also used to control erosion and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stenotaphrum dimidiatum is a small, yellowish-white, star-shaped inflorescence. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong grain. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenotaphrum dimidiatum is a perennial grass that is native to North America. It is a low-growing species that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or fall in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or fall. The clumps should be divided and replanted in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Stenotaphrum dimidiatum

Stenotaphrum dimidiatum is native to the eastern United States and can be found in dry, open habitats.

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Adolphe-Théodore Brongniart (1801-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brongn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:76381-3: 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].