Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
rubra
ID:
860041

Status:
valid

Authors:
Zotov

Source:
wcs

Year:
1963

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000859376



Common Names

  • Red Chionochloa
  • Chionochloa rubra
  • Rubra


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Description

Chionochloa rubra (also called Red Tussock Grass, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to China, Japan, and Korea. It has a clumping habit, with a maximum height of 1 m and a maximum diameter of 0.5 cm. It grows in moist, shady areas in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Chionochloa rubra sub. rubra
Chionochloa rubra sub. cuprea Connor
Chionochloa rubra sub. occulta Connor
Chionochloa rubra var. inermis Connor

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chionochloa rubra 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 rubra 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 rubra

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

Chionochloa rubra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chionochloa rubra?

Chionochloa rubra

What is the common name of Chionochloa rubra?

Red tussock grass

What is the natural habitat of Chionochloa rubra?

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

Victor Dmitrievich Zotov (1908-1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zotov' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:395773-1: 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].