Golden lamarckia (Lamarckia aurea, Methodus: 201 (1794))

Family: Poaceae

Author: (L.) Moench

Bibliography: Methodus: 201 (1794)

Year: 1794

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Lamarckia

Vegetable: False

Observations: Macaronesia, Medit. to N. India and Ethiopia

Description

Golden Lamarckia, scientifically known as Lamarckia aurea, is an intriguing and visually striking species of plant within the Poaceae family. Described scientifically by the author Moench in “Methodus” (1794), this plant carries a timeless appeal in its common and botanical names alike.

Originating from diverse and geographically rich regions, Golden Lamarckia boasts a widespread presence ranging from the picturesque landscapes of Macaronesia to the historically rich locales of the Mediterranean. Its distribution further extends into the subtropical terrains of Northern India and the highlands and savannas of Ethiopia. This extensive range speaks not only to the plant’s adaptability but also to its long-standing coexistence with varying ecological environments.

Golden Lamarckia is celebrated for its distinctive golden hue, which adds a radiant and ornamental quality to the areas it inhabits. It thrives in a variety of climates and soil types, showcasing a remarkable resilience and versatility, characteristic of many species within the Poaceae family. These attributes make it a significant species for studies on plant distribution and adaptability.

Whether swaying in the Mediterranean breeze or standing resilient in the Ethiopian highlands, Golden Lamarckia exemplifies nature’s beauty and the incredible diversity of the plant kingdom. Its enduring presence across continents and climates illustrates not only the plant’s ecological significance but also its enchanting charm enjoyed by botanists and nature enthusiasts alike.

Common Names

Eng: golden dog’s-tail, goldentop grass, golden lamarckia, golden-top
Dan: guldgræs
Swe: guldäxing
Nld: pluimstaartje
Cym: rhonwellt euraid
En: Golden lamarckia, Golden-top, Goldentop grass, Golden dog’s-tail, Golden Grass, Goldentop
Ca: Lamàrquia
Da: Guldgræs
Nl: Pluimstaartje
Fr: Lamarckia dorée, Lamarckie
De: Goldgras
He: משערת זהובה
It: Lamarckia
Sv: Guldäxing
Cy: Rhonwellt Euraid

Synonyms

• Chrysurus cynosuroides (Pers.)
• Pterium elegans (Desv.)
• Achyrodes aureum ((L.) Kuntze)
• Achyrodes aureum var. variegatum (Kuntze)
• Cynosurus aureus (L.)
• Lamarckia hookeriana (Griff.)
• Chrysurus aureus ((L.) Besser)
• Tinaea elegans (Garzia ex Parl.)

Distribution

• Afghanistan (native)
• Algeria (native)
• Baleares (native)
• Canary Is. (native)
• Corse (native)
• Cyprus (native)
• East Aegean Is. (native)
• Egypt (native)
• Eritrea (native)
• Ethiopia (native)
• France (native)
• Greece (native)
• Gulf States (native)
• India (native)
• Iran (native)
• Iraq (native)
• Italy (native)
• Kriti (native)
• Lebanon-Syria (native)
• Libya (native)
• Madeira (native)
• Morocco (native)
• Oman (native)
• Pakistan (native)
• Palestine (native)
• Portugal (native)
• Sardegna (native)
• Saudi Arabia (native)
• Sicilia (native)
• Sinai (native)
• Spain (native)
• Sudan (native)
• Transcaucasus (native)
• Tunisia (native)
• Turkey (native)
• Turkey-in-Europe (native)
• Western Sahara (native)
• Yemen (native)
• Yugoslavia (native)
• Argentina Northeast (introduced)
• Argentina Northwest (introduced)
• Arizona (introduced)
• California (introduced)
• Cape Provinces (introduced)
• Chile Central (introduced)
• Chile North (introduced)
• Colombia (introduced)
• Guatemala (introduced)
• Hawaii (introduced)
• Mexican Pacific Is. (introduced)
• Mexico Northwest (introduced)
• New South Wales (introduced)
• Peru (introduced)
• Queensland (introduced)
• South Australia (introduced)
• Texas (introduced)
• Victoria (introduced)
• Western Australia (introduced)

Additional Images

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© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

Flower

Taken Apr 18, 2021 by jeclerencia (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 5, 2022 by Sergio costantini (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 5, 2022 by Sergio costantini (cc-by-sa)

Taken Feb 28, 2021 by juliachorabik (cc-by-sa)

Taken Feb 16, 2022 by Mallol Camprubí Albert (cc-by-sa)

Habit

Taken Feb 2, 2016 by Tela Botanica − Ans GORTER (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 9, 2016 by Tela Botanica − Françoise BOULANGER (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 4, 2019 by Huszti Jozsef (cc-by-sa)

Taken Feb 15, 2022 by Harrie Hermans (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 5, 2022 by Sergio costantini (cc-by-sa)

Fruit

Taken Jul 13, 2010 by EOL − C. Epicoco (cc-by-nc-sa)

Taken May 5, 2003 by EOL − Brent Miller (cc-by-nc-sa)

Taken Mar 20, 2013 by EOL − Valter Jacinto (cc-by-nc-sa)

Taken May 4, 2008 by Tela Botanica − Errol Vela (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 27, 2016 by jeclerencia (cc-by-sa)

Leaf

Taken Apr 27, 2018 by Tela Botanica − Marcel ETIENNE (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 6, 2022 by Αρετή (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 5, 2020 by Kefin (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 8, 2021 by MUNTANE ROSA (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 29, 2019 by law trafalwar law (cc-by-sa)

Bark

Taken Aug 3, 2008 by EOL − Zoya Akulova (cc-by-nc)

Taken Mar 15, 2007 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken Feb 3, 2011 by EOL − Steve Matson (cc-by-nc)

Taken Mar 24, 2019 by Sofia Baeza (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 23, 2017 by Tela Botanica − Errol VELA (cc-by-sa)

Other

Taken Apr 15, 2004 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken Jan 1, 1970 by Photoflora – L’Abbé COSTE (©)

Taken Feb 15, 2010 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken Apr 26, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Emmanuel STRATMAINS (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 26, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Emmanuel STRATMAINS (cc-by-sa)

Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/5289762)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:406803-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Lamarckia aurea (L.) Moench)

Specifications

Growth habit: Graminoid

Growth

Ph maximum: 7.5

Ph minimum: 7.0

Light: 9

Atmospheric humidity: 3

Bloom months: [‘mar’, ‘apr’, ‘may’, ‘jun’]

Soil nutriments: 6