Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
gustavoi
ID:
1553073

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.A.Siqueira & Leme) J.R.Maciel & G.M.Sousa

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 44: 522 (2019)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000032904

Common Names

  • Gustavoi Karawata
  • Gustavoi Water-willow
  • Gustavoi Willow-herb

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Description

Karawata gustavoi (also called Gustavo's Hair Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass that grows in tufts. It has a short, erect stem and a narrow, flat leaf. It is native to Europe and North America and can be found in meadows, pastures, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Karawata gustavoi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Karawata gustavoi has a flower head that is cylindrical in shape and is made up of many small, yellow-green flowers. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a tuft of leaves at the top.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Karawata gustavoi is a perennial grass that can be propagated by seed or division. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best to plant in early spring or late fall. It can be mowed to keep it looking neat and tidy.

Where to Find Karawata gustavoi

Karawata gustavoi is native to Mexico.

Karawata gustavoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Karawata gustavoi?

Karawata gustavoi

What is the common name of Karawata gustavoi?

Gustavoi Hairgrass

What is the natural habitat of Karawata gustavoi?

It is found in grasslands and meadows in western Africa.

Species in the Bromeliaceae family

Acanthostachys pitcairnioides, Acanthostachys strobilacea, Acanthostachys calcicola, Aechmea abbreviata, Aechmea aculeatosepala, Aechmea alba, Aechmea alegrensis, Aechmea alopecurus, Aechmea ampla, Aechmea andersonii, Aechmea angustifolia, Aechmea anomala, Aechmea apocalyptica, Aechmea aquilega, Aechmea araneosa, Aechmea arenaria, Aechmea aripensis, Aechmea azurea, Aechmea bahiana, Aechmea bambusoides, Aechmea biflora, Aechmea blanchetiana, Aechmea blumenavii, Aechmea bocainensis, Aechmea brachystachys, Aechmea bracteata, Aechmea brassicoides, Aechmea brevicollis, Aechmea bromeliifolia, Aechmea bruggeri, Aechmea caesia, Aechmea callichroma, Aechmea calyculata, Aechmea campanulata, Aechmea candida, Aechmea cariocae, Aechmea carvalhoi, Aechmea castanea, Aechmea castelnavii, Aechmea cathcartii, Aechmea caudata, Aechmea chantinii, Aechmea coelestis, Aechmea colombiana, Aechmea comata, Aechmea conferta, Aechmea confusa, Aechmea conifera, Aechmea costantinii, Aechmea contracta,

References

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77204753-1: 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].