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Taxonomy of the native North American species of Saccharum (Poaceae: Andropogoneae)
Author(s): R. D. Webster, R. B. Shaw
Year: 1995
Volume: 16
Issue: 3
Pages: 551-580
Article Topic(s): Taxonomy,Morphology
Research Setting(s): Laboratory
Species Referenced: Saccharum giganteum (Sugarcane plumegrass),
Abstract
Provides a thorough review and a revision of the genus Saccharum in North America. Five species and one variety are recognized, including S. giganteum. A key is provided as well as the range and distribution of morphological and other characters. Diagnostic characters and specimen citations are given for each species.Suggested Citation
R. D. Webster, and R. B. Shaw. "Taxonomy of the native North American species of Saccharum (Poaceae: Andropogoneae)." SIDA Contributions to Botany 16.3 (1995): 551-580.Go back