Macrochloa tenacissima
Alfa Grass, Esparto Grass
Also known as: Lasiagrostis tenacissima (L.) Trin. & Rupr. +2 more
- Lasiagrostis tenacissima (L.) Trin. & Rupr.
- Macrochloa tenacissima subsp. gabensis (Moraldo et al.) H.Scholz & Valdés
- Stipa gabensis Moraldo et al.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Poaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Macrochloa tenacissima (commonly known as Alfa Grass or Esparto Grass) is a grass within the Poaceae family. It is found natively in Africa and Europe. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in subtropical conditions. There are naturally occurring subspecies of this species, which are linked below.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Grass
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA, EUROPE
Regions (WGSRPD)
Northern Africa, Southwestern Europe
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Algeria, Baleares, Libya, Morocco, Portugal, Spain, Tunisia
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)
Canary Is., Cyprus
Subspecies, Varieties & Forms