Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
rigida
ID:
860039

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Raoul) Zotov

Source:
wcs

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 1: 96 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000859374



Common Names

  • Stiff Chionochloa
  • Chionochloa rigida
  • Rigida


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Description

Chionochloa rigida (also called 'Rigid Spear Grass', among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Australia and New Zealand. It grows in a variety of habitats, from open grasslands to wetlands and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chionochloa rigida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in traditional medicines.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Chionochloa rigida sub. rigida
Chionochloa rigida sub. amara Connor

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chionochloa rigida is a small, white spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, black, shiny grain. The seedlings are slender and erect with a tuft of white hairs at the base.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chionochloa rigida is a perennial grass that grows in clumps. It is native to New Zealand and is found in dry, rocky areas. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or fall. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Chionochloa rigida

Chionochloa rigida is native to New Zealand and can be found in grasslands, scrubland, and open woodlands.

Chionochloa rigida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chionochloa rigida?

Chionochloa rigida

What is the common name of Chionochloa rigida?

Tall tussock grass

What is the natural habitat of Chionochloa rigida?

Grassy areas, open woodlands, 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

Étienne Fiacre Louis Raoul (1815-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raoul' in the authors string.
Victor Dmitrievich Zotov (1908-1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zotov' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:395772-1: 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].