Cenchrus nervosus
Bentspike Fountaingrass
Also known as: Cenchrus nervosus var. ramosus Kuntze +6 more
- Cenchrus nervosus var. ramosus Kuntze
- Gymnothrix nervosa Nees
- Gymnotrix nervosa Nees
- Pennisetum nemorum Arechav.
- Pennisetum nervosum (Nees) Trin.
- Pennisetum nervosum var. laxiusculum Hack.
- Pennisetum setosum var. laxiusculum Hack.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Poaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Cenchrus nervosus (commonly known as Bentspike fountaingrass) is a grass within the Poaceae family. It naturally occurs in South America. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with seasonally dry tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Grass
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Brazil, Northern South America, Southern South America, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Argentina Northeast, Argentina Northwest, Bolivia, Brazil Northeast, Brazil South, Brazil Southeast, Brazil West-Central, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay, Venezuela
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)
Belize, California, Mexico Central, Mexico Gulf, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Southeast, Mexico Southwest, Nicaragua, Texas