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Eragrostis superba

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Eragrostis superba
Spikelets of Eragrostis superba
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Monocots
Clade: Commelinids
Order: Poales
Family: Poaceae
Genus: Eragrostis
Species:
E. superba
Binomial name
Eragrostis superba

Eragrostis superba is a species of perennial tufted grass in the family Poaceae.[1] It is a palatable forage species but occurs at low densities.

It occurs from Sudan to South Africa, and flowers during the rainy season.[2] The large, flat and oval-shaped spikelets are carried in long panicles. They have serrated edges and a purple or pinkish hue when fresh. It is native to sandy soils in open woodlands or sparse grassland, up to about 1,500 m in altitude, or occurs as a pioneer in disturbed areas.[2]

References

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  1. ^ The Natal Bushveld: Land forms and Vegetation (1 ed.). Pietermaritzburg: Shuter & Shooter, Natal Parks Board. 1981. pp. 96–97. ISBN 0-86985-585-9.
  2. ^ a b Hyde, M.; et al. "Flora of Zimbabwe". Flora of Zimbabwe. Retrieved 23 July 2014.

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