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THEMEDA TRIANDRA APP FOR LESOTHO

Here is some information about Themeda triandra, commonly known as kangaroo grass: Description: A perennial, tufted grass that can grow up to 1. 5 meters tall. Leaves are narrow and green, turning orange-brown in summer. Flowers are red-brown spikelets that appear in branched stems in summer. Found in Africa, Australia, Asia, and the Pacific Islands. Habitat: Grows in grasslands, woodlands, and other open areas. Prefers well-drained, sandy soils. Tolerant of drought and fire. Uses: Important forage grass for livestock and wildlife. Used for erosion control and revegetation projects. Ornamental grass used in landscaping. Interesting facts: The name "kangaroo grass" comes from the fact that kangaroos eat it. The long awns on the spikelets help to disperse the seeds. Themeda triandra is an indicator species for healthy grasslands. Here's a summary of the Themeda Shiny app: Purpose: Visualizes data on Themeda triandra species (red grass) ...