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Calamagrostis leonardii
Scientific Name: Calamagrostis leonardii
Family: Poaceae
Category: Monocot
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Calamagrostis: A Closer Look
Calamagrostis, commonly known as small reed or reed grass, is a genus of grasses belonging to the family Poaceae. This genus includes approximately 260 species found mainly in temperate regions.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Genus: Calamagrostis Adans.
- Family: Poaceae (Grass family)
- Major Group: Angiosperms (Flowering plants)
Calamagrostis leonardii Chase is one accepted species within this genus. Synonyms for other species include mentions of Deyeuxia heterophylla (synonymous with Calamagrostis mulleri, f. pilosa, and Calamagrostis longearistata f. pilosa).
Species Examples
- Calamagrostis arundinacea
- Calamagrostis leonardii Chase
- Calamagrostis montanensis - Plains Reedgrass
- Calamagrostis nemoralis
- Calamagrostis acutiflora commonly known as feather reed grass
- Calamagrostis lapponica (Lapland Reedgrass)
Distribution and Habitat
Calamagrostis species are primarily found in temperate regions. Species such as Calamagrostis leonardii can also be found at higher elevations towards equatorial latitudes.
Interactions with Other Organisms
The solitary larva of Agromyza rondensis is known to mine the leaves of Calamagrostis species.
Further Information
- Discover Life offers information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Calamagrostis leonardii.
- Drone-Application-Server database publication provides further information on Calamagrostis leonardii.