Eragrostis secundiflora
J. Presl.
Red lovegrass
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Summary
Source: WikipediaEragrostis secundiflora (syn. Eragrostis oxylepis), red lovegrass, is a species of flowering plant in the family Poaceae, native to the central and southern United States, Mexico, and northern South America. A perennial reaching at most 70 cm (28 in), it is found in prairies and open woodlands, typically in sandy soils. Its seeds are considerably larger than other species of Eragrostis.
Description
A grass. It grows 10-65 cm tall. The leaves are near the base and 9-30 cm long by 1-3 mm wide.
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Edible Uses
The seeds are eaten.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Bolivia, Brazil, Guianas, Guyana, Mexico, North America, Peru, South America, Suriname, USA,
Synonyms
References (1)
- Moerman, D. F., 2010, Native American Ethnobotany. Timber Press. p 217
