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capim-mimoso

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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Names in Other Languages

French grand éragrostis
German Großes Liebesgras
Portuguese capim-mimoso

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of capim-mimoso?
The scientific name of capim-mimoso is Eragrostis cilianensis. It belongs to the genus Eragrostis.
Where does capim-mimoso live?
capim-mimoso 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 capim-mimoso belong to?
capim-mimoso (Eragrostis cilianensis) belongs to the genus Eragrostis, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.
What kingdom does capim-mimoso belong to?
capim-mimoso (Eragrostis cilianensis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).
What are the closest relatives of capim-mimoso?
The closest relatives of capim-mimoso in the genus Eragrostis include capim-annoni, capim-barbicha-de-alemão, capim-chorão, capim-de-canário, capim-tef.

Native Range — 37 Countries

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