Status:
valid
Authors:
Pax & K.Hoffm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, VI: 93 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000845853
Common Names
- Chiropetalum anisotrichum
- Uneven-haired Chiropetalum
- Uneven-haired Hairgrass
Description
Amphilophis emersa (also called Emerse Snake, among many other common names) is a species of snake native to India and Bangladesh. It is a terrestrial species found in a variety of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and agricultural areas.
Uses & Benefits
Chiropetalum anisotrichum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cover crop for erosion control. It is also used as a food source for livestock and wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chiropetalum anisotrichum is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chiropetalum anisotrichum is a perennial grass that grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring and division should be done in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Chiropetalum anisotrichum
Chiropetalum anisotrichum can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.
Chiropetalum anisotrichum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chiropetalum anisotrichum?
Chiropetalum anisotrichum
What is the common name of Chiropetalum anisotrichum?
Anisotrichous Wallaby-grass
What is the habitat of Chiropetalum anisotrichum?
It is found in moist areas, such as along streams and in wet sclerophyll forests.
Species in the Chiropetalum genus
Chiropetalum anisotrichum,
Chiropetalum argentinense,
Chiropetalum astroplethos,
Chiropetalum berteroanum,
Chiropetalum boliviense,
Chiropetalum canescens,
Chiropetalum cremnophilum,
Chiropetalum foliosum,
Chiropetalum griseum,
Chiropetalum gymnadenium,
Chiropetalum intermedium,
Chiropetalum molle,
Chiropetalum patagonicum,
Chiropetalum pavonianum,
Chiropetalum phalacradenium,
Chiropetalum pilosistylum,
Chiropetalum quinquecuspidatum,
Chiropetalum ramboi,
Chiropetalum ruizianum,
Chiropetalum schiedeanum,
Chiropetalum tricoccum,
Chiropetalum tricuspidatum,
Chiropetalum puntaloberense,
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii,
Acalypha peduncularis,
Acalypha pendula,
Acalypha perrieri,
Acalypha persimilis,
Acalypha peruviana,
Acalypha pervilleana,
Acalypha phleoides,
Acalypha phyllonomifolia,
Acalypha pilosa,
Acalypha pippenii,
Acalypha pittieri,
Acalypha platyphylla,
Acalypha pleiogyne,
Acalypha plicata,
Acalypha pohliana,
Acalypha poiretii,
Acalypha polymorpha,
Acalypha polystachya,
Acalypha portoricensis,
Acalypha pruinosa,
Acalypha pruriens,
Acalypha pseudalopecuroides,
Acalypha pseudovagans,
Acalypha psilostachya,
Acalypha pubiflora,
Acalypha pulchrespicata,
Acalypha punctata,
Acalypha purpurascens,
Acalypha purpusii,
Acalypha pycnantha,
Acalypha pygmaea,
Acalypha radians,
Acalypha radicans,
Acalypha radinostachya,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha rafaelensis,
Acalypha raivavensis,
Acalypha rapensis,
Acalypha reflexa,
Acalypha repanda,
Acalypha retifera,
Acalypha rhombifolia,
Acalypha rhomboidea,
Acalypha richardiana,
Acalypha riedeliana,
Acalypha rivularis,
Acalypha rottleroides,
Acalypha rubrinervis,