Chiropetalum tricoccum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tricoccum
ID:
846851
Status:
valid
Authors:
Chodat & Hassl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2, 5: 502 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000846186
Common Names
- Three-Fruit Sedge
- Three-Fruit Rush
- Three-Fruit Nutrush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chiropetalum tricoccum (also called American Three-Fingered Jack, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to North America. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1 m in height, with a thick, woody stem and a deep root system. It is found in prairies, meadows, and open woodlands, and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types.
Uses & Benefits
Chiropetalum tricoccum has been used for erosion control, as a windbreak, and as a source of fuel and construction material.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chiropetalum tricoccum has small, white flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.
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Chiropetalum tricoccum is a warm-season grass native to the Mediterranean region. It is a clump-forming grass that grows in a variety of soils and is tolerant of both drought and wet conditions. It is best grown in full sun and can be propagated by seed or division. It is a good choice for erosion control, as well as for use in meadows and naturalized areas.
Where to Find Chiropetalum tricoccum
Chiropetalum tricoccum can be found in Central and South America.
Chiropetalum tricoccum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chiropetalum tricoccum?
Chiropetalum tricoccum
What type of plant is Chiropetalum tricoccum?
It is a shrub
Where does Chiropetalum tricoccum grow?
It grows in the Andes Mountains of South America
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-39203: Based on the initial data import
Emil Hassler (1864-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hassl.' in the authors string.
Robert Hippolyte Chodat (1865-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chodat' in the authors string.