Chiropetalum schiedeanum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schiedeanum
ID:
846795
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pax
Source:
wcs
Year:
1890
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 3(5): 45 (1890)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000846130
Common Names
- Chiloschista lunifera
- Lunifera chiloschista
- Lunifera schiedeanum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chiropetalum schiedeanum (also called Schiede's hairgrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Mexico. It has a tufted growth habit and is light green in color. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Chiropetalum schiedeanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a forage crop for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chiropetalum schiedeanum has a flower with a long, slender spike that is usually white or cream-colored. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chiropetalum schiedeanum is a perennial grass native to South America. It is a clump-forming grass that grows up to 3 feet tall and produces arching, blue-green foliage. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division.
Where to Find Chiropetalum schiedeanum
Chiropetalum schiedeanum is native to the southeastern United States, from South Carolina to Florida and west to Texas.
Chiropetalum schiedeanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chiropetalum schiedeanum?
Chiropetalum schiedeanum
What is the common name of Chiropetalum schiedeanum?
Schiede's Hairgrass
What is the family of Chiropetalum schiedeanum?
Poaceae
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-39198: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.