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Stenotaphrum

Stenotaphrum

9.9
A grass that grows in warm places and is often used for lawns like St Augustine grass
  • noun
  • Specialized
translation icon : Stenotaphrum
  • The most widely known member of Stenotaphrum is Stenotaphrum secundatum, commonly called St. Augustine grass.

Examples

  • Researchers are studying Stenotaphrum to improve drought resistance in lawns.

  • Stenotaphrum is often chosen for golf courses in warm climates due to its durability.

  • The Stenotaphrum grass is very resilient in warm climates.

  • Many homeowners choose Stenotaphrum for their lawns.

  • Stenotaphrum is commonly used in tropical landscapes because of its lush green appearance.

  • Stenotaphrum thrives in sunny environments, making it an ideal choice for outdoor spaces.

  • Many gardeners appreciate Stenotaphrum for its low maintenance needs and heat tolerance.

Synonyms

genus Stenotaphrum
vsStenotaphrum
  • Specialized
9.5

A group of grasses that grow in warm places and are used for lawns

is limited to tropical regions and notes only some species are lawn grasses

Compounds

genus Stenotaphrum
  • Specialized
9.5

A group of grasses that grow in warm places and are used for lawns

Stenotaphrum secundatum
  • Specialized
9.9

A low grass that grows in thick patches and is used for lawns in warm places

Surface Forms

Stenotaphrum singular
Stenotaphrums plural

Etymology

The word Stenotaphrum comes from Greek parts steno- meaning 'narrow' and -taphrum from a word for 'ditch' or 'trench'. So the name brings to mind a grass that spreads low in narrow spaces or grooves, which fits its use as a lawn and ground-cover grass.