Status:
valid
Authors:
C.E.Hubb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 4: 349 (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000859790
Common Names
- Hindsii Chrysochloa
- Hindsii Silvergrass
- Hindsii Silver Grass
Description
Chrysochloa hindsii (also called "Hinds' Chrysochloa", among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in coastal areas, dunes, and other disturbed soils.
Uses & Benefits
Chrysochloa hindsii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chrysochloa hindsii is small and yellow in color. It has a single row of petals and a short corolla tube. The seed of Chrysochloa hindsii is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Chrysochloa hindsii are thin, grass-like plants with narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chrysochloa hindsii is a perennial grass that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best grown in a cool climate and can be grown in containers. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Chrysochloa hindsii
Chrysochloa hindsii can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Chrysochloa hindsii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chrysochloa hindsii?
Chrysochloa hindsii
What is the common name of Chrysochloa hindsii?
Hinds' Foxtail
Where is Chrysochloa hindsii native to?
India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia
Species in the Chrysochloa genus
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:396104-1: 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].