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Achnatherum paradoxum

Also known as: Agrostis melanosperma Lam. +14 more
  • Agrostis melanosperma Lam.
  • Agrostis paradoxa L.
  • Agrostis paradoxa R.Br.
  • Milium nigrum Lam.
  • Milium paradoxum (L.) L.
  • Milium paradoxum (L.) Scop.
  • Milium scopolianum Willd. ex Steud.
  • Oryzopsis paradoxa (L.) Nutt.
  • Oryzopsis paradoxa var. eriolemma Maire
  • Oryzopsis paradoxa var. leilemma Maire
  • Oryzopsis paradoxa var. leiolemma Maire
  • Piptatherum longiaristatum St.-Lag., 1889
  • Piptatherum paradoxum (L.) P.Beauv.
  • Urachne linnaei Trin. & Rupr.
  • Urachne paradoxa (L.) Link
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Poaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.

Achnatherum paradoxum is a grass belonging to the Poaceae family. Naturally occurring in Africa and Europe, this species is primarily associated with subtropical conditions.

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, France, 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)
Germany

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