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Tiger grass

Thysanolaena latifolia

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (Congo (DRC)), Asia (Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan), North America (United States), and South America (Brazil).

🇲🇾 Malaysia 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇩 Congo (DRC) 🇧🇷 Brazil 🇸🇬 Singapore

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Plantae (植物)
Phylum
Magnoliophyta (木兰植物门)
Class
Liliopsida (百合纲)
Order
Poales (禾本目)
Family
Poaceae (Grass Family)
Genus
Thysanolaena
Species
Thysanolaena latifolia (Tiger grass)

Names in Other Languages

Portuguese capim-bambú

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tiger grass?
The scientific name of Tiger grass is Thysanolaena latifolia. It belongs to the genus Thysanolaena.
Where does Tiger grass live?
Tiger grass is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Congo (DRC)), Asia (Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan), North America (United States), and South America (Brazil).. Countries include Brazil, Congo (DRC), Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, United States.
What family does Tiger grass belong to?
Tiger grass (Thysanolaena latifolia) belongs to the genus Thysanolaena, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.
What kingdom does Tiger grass belong to?
Tiger grass (Thysanolaena latifolia) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).

Native Range — 6 Countries

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Genus Thysanolaena — 1 Species

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Tiger grass
Thysanolaena latifolia
NE
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