Cenchrus complanatus
Nicaraguan Fountaingrass
Also known as: Gymnothrix complanata Nees +6 more
- Gymnothrix complanata Nees
- Gymnotrix complanata Nees
- Gymnotrix grisebachiana E.Fourn.
- Gymnotrix mexicana E.Fourn.
- Pennisetum complanatum (Nees) Hemsl.
- Pennisetum mexicanum (E.Fourn.) B.D.Jacks.
- Pennisetum mexicanum Hemsl.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Poaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial or rhizomatous geophyte.
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Cenchrus complanatus (commonly known as Nicaraguan fountaingrass) is a grass belonging to the Poaceae family. Found natively in North America and South America, this species is primarily associated with seasonally dry tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Grass
Plant Type
Bulb
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA, SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Central America, Mexico
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico Gulf, Nicaragua, Panama
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Hawaii