Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
paleapiliferum
ID:
859830

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Parodi) Matthei

Source:
wcs

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia, Beih. 8: 88 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000859165



Common Names

  • Chascolytrum paleapiliferum
  • Pale-haired Chascolytrum
  • Pale-hairy Chascolytrum


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Description

Chascolytrum paleapiliferum (also called Palea-bearing dropseed, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the United States and Canada. It grows in clumps up to 1.5 feet tall and produces a fine, airy texture. Its leaves are long and narrow, and its flowers are small and green. It prefers dry, open areas such as prairies and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Chascolytrum paleapiliferum is used in the landscape as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It is also used as a groundcover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chascolytrum paleapiliferum is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chascolytrum paleapiliferum can be propagated by seed or by division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. The rhizomes should be divided in spring and replanted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be kept moist and in a partially shaded area.

Where to Find Chascolytrum paleapiliferum

Chascolytrum paleapiliferum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.

Chascolytrum paleapiliferum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chascolytrum paleapiliferum?

Chascolytrum paleapiliferum

What is the common name of Chascolytrum paleapiliferum?

Hairy Bristle Grass

What is the natural habitat of Chascolytrum paleapiliferum?

Grassy areas, roadsides, and disturbed sites

Species in the Poaceae family

Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,

References

Lorenzo Raimundo Parodi (1895-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Parodi' in the authors string.
Oscar R. Matthei (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Matthei' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:55632-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].