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Eragrostis pectinacea

(Michx.) Nees

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Eragrostis pectinacea is a species of grass known by the common names tufted lovegrass and Carolina lovegrass. This plant is native to the Americas from Canada to Argentina. It is widespread, growing in most open spaces at varying elevations and habitats, including in disturbed areas and roadsides.

Description

An annual grass. It grows 10-55 cm tall. The leaves are 1-4 mm wide.

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Distribution

It is a tropical plant.

Where It Grows

Brazil, Central America, Costa Rica, Nicaragua,

Synonyms

Eragrostis brizoides Schult.Poa pectinacea Michx.and several others

References (1)

  • World Checklist of Useful Plant Species 2020. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

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