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barbas de indio

Scientific Name: Andropogon bicornis

Family: Poaceae

Category: Monocot

Growth: Graminoid

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Chloris radiata and Other "Barbas de Indio"

The name "Barbas de Indio" (literally "Indian's beard") appears to be applied to several different plant species, across various regions and languages. This page explores the plants referred to by this common name, including Chloris radiata, Andropogon bicornis, species of the genus Fimbristylis, and others. The name also appears to be associated with lichens, such as Usnea barbata, also referred to as "Barba de Viejo" ("Old Man's Beard")

Considerations for Pets

  • Several plants are referred to as "Barbas de Indio". It is important to identify the specific species before assessing any potential risks to pets.
  • The text mentions that "Barbas de Indio" can refer to lichens. Some lichens may be toxic to pets if ingested.

Considerations for Children

  • Several plants are referred to as "Barbas de Indio". It is important to identify the specific species before assessing any potential risks to children.

Chloris radiata

  • Scientific Name: Chloris radiata
  • Chloris radiata is described as a perennial gramineous species belonging to the Poaceae family.
  • Distribution: Native to America.

Andropogon bicornis

  • Common Name: Barbas de Indio
  • Classification:
    • Kingdom: Not specified in the text, but implied to be Plantae
  • Distribution: Occurs in Hawaii.

Fimbristylis species

  • Common Name: Barba de Indio
  • Description: Perennial or annual plants, cespitose or rhizomatous, scapiferous.
  • Includes species such as Fimbristylis annua and Fimbristylis miliacea (= Fimbristylis littoralis).

Ecological Role

  • In Tierra del Fuego, a lichen known as "barba de árbol, barba de viejo, barba del diablo o barba de indio" covers the trees.

Quirky Facts

  • The phrase "A barbas de indio, navaja de criollo" is mentioned as a refrán (saying), meaning "great ills require great remedies".

Resources and Further Information

  • Dave's Garden is mentioned as a resource for gardening tips and ideas.
  • Discover Life has pages dedicated to the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Andropogon bicornis.
  • Plants of Hawaii provides images and information for Andropogon bicornis.