Cenchrus americanus (L.) Morrone
Detail
- Family
- Poaceae
- Botanical Name
- Cenchrus americanus (L.) Morrone
- Common Name
- Pearl Millet
- Synonym(s)
- Pennisetum glaucum (L.) R. Br.
- Flora of Virginia Name/Status
- Cenchrus americanus (L.) Morrone
- Comments
- Molecular studies indicate that Cenchrus and Pennisetum form a monophyletic clade and should be merged. Nomenclaturally, Cenchrus has priority over Pennisetum.
- Habitat
- Fallow fields and clearings with major soil disturbance; often spontaneous following cultivation but not long persistent. Rare, mountains and Piedmont.
- Native Status
- Introduced
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