Eragrostis
- noun
- /ˌɛrəˈɡrɒstɪs/
- Specialized
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Eragrostis
- Researchers are studying Eragrostis as a potential crop for arid environments.
Examples
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The Eragrostis species thrive in warm climates.
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Several species of Eragrostis are used for forage and soil conservation in tropical regions.
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The delicate flowers of Eragrostis sway gently in the summer breeze.
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Farmers often plant Eragrostis for livestock feed.
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The grass species Eragrostis is often used in landscaping for its ornamental qualities.
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Many farmers cultivate Eragrostis varieties to enhance soil health and support livestock.
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In tropical regions, Eragrostis is a common sight in natural grasslands and pastures.
Synonyms
A grass grown to feed animals and to stop soil from washing away
A grass that grows in warm places used to feed animals and stop soil erosion
Compounds
- Specialized
An African grass that people grow for seeds that make white flour and for animal feed
- Specialized
A grass from South Africa that lives for many years and is used to stop soil erosion
- Specialized
A grass from Ethiopia grown for very small edible seeds used to make flour
Surface Forms
Etymology
Eragrostis comes from two Greek parts: eros meaning 'love' and agrostis meaning 'grass'. So it literally means 'lovegrass', the common name for this group of grasses and a simple way to remember that Eragrostis is a kind of grass.
