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Stinkgrass

Eragrostis cilianensis

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Widely distributed across Africa (Comoros, Madagascar), Asia (Georgia, Taiwan, Timor-Leste), Europe (19 countries), North America (6 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Papua New Guinea), and South America (5 countries).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (planta)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Poales (Grasses)

Family

Poaceae (Grass Family)

Genus

Eragrostis

Species

Eragrostis cilianensis (Stinkgrass)

Names in Other Languages

French grand éragrostis

German Großes Liebesgras

Portuguese capim-mimoso

Similar Species in Eragrostis

Eragrostis episcopulus

Critically Endangered

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Chinese lovegrass

Eragrostis unioloides

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Stinkgrass?

The scientific name of Stinkgrass is Eragrostis cilianensis. It belongs to the genus Eragrostis.

Where does Stinkgrass live?

Stinkgrass is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Comoros, Madagascar), Asia (Georgia, Taiwan, Timor-Leste), Europe (19 countries), North America (6 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Papua New Guinea), and South America (5 countries).. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Belarus, Belgium, Bolivia, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Colombia, Comoros.

What family does Stinkgrass belong to?

Stinkgrass (Eragrostis cilianensis) belongs to the genus Eragrostis, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.

What kingdom does Stinkgrass belong to?

Stinkgrass (Eragrostis cilianensis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).

What are the closest relatives of Stinkgrass?

The closest relatives of Stinkgrass in the genus Eragrostis include barba de indio, pasto avena, pasto llorón, Carolina Lovegrass, Chinese lovegrass.