Monographs Details:
Authority:
Mori, S. A., et al. 1997. Guide to the vascular plants of central French Guiana: Part 1. Pteridophytes, gymnosperms, and monocotyledons. Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 76: 1-422.
Mori, S. A., et al. 1997. Guide to the vascular plants of central French Guiana: Part 1. Pteridophytes, gymnosperms, and monocotyledons. Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 76: 1-422.
Family:
Poaceae
Poaceae
Description:
Species Description - Loosely caespitose perennials 0.5-1 m tall. Leaves with pseudopetioles 8-30 mm long; blade 10-20 X 2-4.2 cm. Inflorescences 15-30 cm long. Spikelets 5.5-8 mm long, 2- or 3-flowered.
Distribution and Ecology - Fl (year round); common, shaded trailsides and treefall gaps, sometimes forming large colonies.
Species Description - Loosely caespitose perennials 0.5-1 m tall. Leaves with pseudopetioles 8-30 mm long; blade 10-20 X 2-4.2 cm. Inflorescences 15-30 cm long. Spikelets 5.5-8 mm long, 2- or 3-flowered.
Distribution and Ecology - Fl (year round); common, shaded trailsides and treefall gaps, sometimes forming large colonies.