Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
pilosistylum
ID:
846752

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Allem & Irgang) Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 52: 478 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000846087



Common Names

  • Pilosistylum Hair Grass
  • Pilosistylum Hair-grass
  • Pilosistylum Tuft Grass


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Description

Chiropetalum pilosistylum (also called Hairy Five-Fingered Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the southeastern United States. It grows in clumps and can reach heights of up to three feet. It has narrow, flat leaves and white, fluffy seed heads. It grows in open woods, meadows, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Chiropetalum pilosistylum is used as an ornamental grass in gardens and landscaping. It is also used to help control soil erosion and can be used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chiropetalum pilosistylum is a small, yellowish spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, dark brown grain. The seedlings are small, with narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chiropetalum pilosistylum is a species of grass native to tropical Africa. It is a perennial grass, growing up to 1.5 m tall, with a clumping habit and long, narrow leaves. The inflorescence is a panicle of spikelets, up to 30 cm long. It is an important forage grass, and is also used for soil stabilization and erosion control. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and climates, and is easy to propagate from seed.

Where to Find Chiropetalum pilosistylum

Chiropetalum pilosistylum is native to the southeastern United States, from South Carolina to Florida and west to Texas.

Chiropetalum pilosistylum FAQ

What is the growth habit of Chiropetalum pilosistylum?

Chiropetalum pilosistylum is an annual grass with a tufted growth habit.

What is the maximum height of Chiropetalum pilosistylum?

Chiropetalum pilosistylum typically grows to a height of up to 30 cm.

What is the optimal soil type for Chiropetalum pilosistylum?

Chiropetalum pilosistylum prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

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-39194: Based on the initial data import
Rafaël Govaerts (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Govaerts' in the authors string.
Alan Radcliffe-Smith (1938-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radcl.-Sm.' in the authors string.
Antonio Costa Allem (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Allem' in the authors string.
Bruno Edgar Irgang (1941-2006): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Irgang' in the authors string.