Buffelgrasses - Cenchrus (Taxonomy, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Buffelgrasses

Also known as: Kikuyu grasses, Sandburs

Buffelgrasses are a group of plants in the grass family, named after their tendency to have spiky, bur-like flower clusters. Hardy and quick to colonize in open areas (especially in sandy soils), many buffelgrasses are considered pesky weeds beyond their native habitat ranges. Immature plants do not have burs, making them good options for animal forage.

Scientific classification

Genus

Buffelgrasses (Cenchrus)

Family

Grass

Order

Grasses, sedges and allies

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Annual

Lifespan

Semi-evergreen

Leaf type

Images of Buffelgrasses

Species

Kikuyu grass Crimson fountain grass Chinese fountaingrass Napier grass Pearl millet Blue buffel grass Feathertop Southern sandbur Buffel-grass Oriental fountain grass Mission grass Mat sandbur Coast sandbur Hybrid Fountain Grass Cenchrus macrourus

Care Guide for Buffelgrasses

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Originating from arid regions, buffelgrasses thrives on minimal moisture and exhibits high drought tolerance. Typically requiring weekly watering, it suits outdoor growth and is ideal for xeriscaping, capitalizing on sporadic rainfall due to its adaptability to low water conditions.

Propagation: Propagating buffelgrasses is easy via seeds, requiring sunlight, warmth, and well-drained soil for germination. Techniques like scarifying seeds are vital in arid climates. Challenges include invasive growth in foreign areas. Collect mature seeds, scarify if needed, sow in warm, sunny conditions, and water consistently.

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