Spiny Burr Grass

Family: Poaceae
Scientific name: Cenchrus spinifex
Description: Plant Form Large clumps Size 30-60 cm or larger Stem Several stems grow from base of plants. Leaves Up to 20 cm long, smooth or slightly serrated Flowers Spiky flower stems which have up to 40 red or purpulish burrs which become straw colours Fruit and Seeds One seed inside burrs which readily detach Habitat Disturbed areas and along waterways Distinguishing Features Cenchrus longispinus has longer, more flattened spines. The burrs on Cenchrus echinatus are not attached via a short stem. Cenchrus ciliaris has small spikes rather than burrs. Weed Status: Other Weed Weed Type: Agricultural, Common Lifeform: Grassy

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