Chiropetalum argentinense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
argentinense
ID:
846528
Status:
valid
Authors:
Skottsb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Lilloa 17: 304 (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000845863
Common Names
- Chiropetalum argentinense
- Argentine Chiropetalum
- Argentine Hairgrass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chiropetalum argentinense (also called Argentine grass, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to Mauritius. It is a perennial grass with slender culms and small leaves. It grows in mountain forests, thickets and valleys at elevations of 500-1500 m.
Uses & Benefits
Chiropetalum argentinense is used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens due to its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chiropetalum argentinense 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.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chiropetalum argentinense 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 argentinense
Chiropetalum argentinense can be found in Argentina and Uruguay.
Chiropetalum argentinense FAQ
What are the growing conditions for Chiropetalum argentinense?
Chiropetalum argentinense prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.
What is the typical height of Chiropetalum argentinense?
Chiropetalum argentinense typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet.
What type of soil does Chiropetalum argentinense prefer?
Chiropetalum argentinense prefers moist, well-drained soil.
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-39171: Based on the initial data import
Carl Skottsberg (1880-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Skottsb.' in the authors string.