Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
perrieri
ID:
872453

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leandri

Source:
wcs

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 85: 526 (1938 publ. 1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000871788



Common Names

  • Perrieri Fescue
  • Perrieri Meadow Fescue
  • Perrieri Turf Fescue


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Description

Claoxylopsis perrieri (also called Perrier's woody-aster, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Caribbean. It is a low-growing plant with short, narrow leaves and small, white flower heads. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, often in areas with little to no soil.

Uses & Benefits

Claoxylopsis perrieri is an ornamental shrub used in landscaping. It can be used as a hedge or as a specimen plant. It is also used to add color and texture to flower beds and borders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Claoxylopsis perrieri has white flowers with yellow centres. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Claoxylopsis perrieri is a perennial grass native to Madagascar. It grows to a height of up to 2 feet and prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in the spring and the divisions should be done in the fall.

Where to Find Claoxylopsis perrieri

Claoxylopsis perrieri can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Claoxylopsis perrieri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Claoxylopsis perrieri?

Claoxylopsis perrieri

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Perrier's Claoxylopsis

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Poaceae

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,

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