Chiropetalum griseum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
griseum
ID:
846653
Status:
valid
Authors:
Griseb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1879
Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Göttingen 24: 57 (1879)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000845988
Common Names
- Chiropetalum griseum
- Griseum Chiropetalum
- Grey Chiropetalum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chiropetalum griseum (also called Grey Feather Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to South Africa. It grows in tufts of erect, grey-green stems, which are usually about 1 foot tall. The leaves are narrow and feather-like, and the inflorescence is a panicle of spikelets. It grows in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Chiropetalum griseum has been used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chiropetalum griseum has yellow flowers with five petals, small seeds and small seedlings.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chiropetalum griseum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division is best done in spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. The plant can also be propagated by cuttings.
Where to Find Chiropetalum griseum
Chiropetalum griseum can be found in the Mediterranean region, in countries such as Spain, Portugal, Italy, Greece, and Turkey.
Chiropetalum griseum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chiropetalum griseum?
Chiropetalum griseum
What is the common name of Chiropetalum griseum?
Griseum Chiropetalum
What is the natural habitat of Chiropetalum griseum?
Dry grassland, scrubland, and rocky hillsides
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-39183: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.