Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
chaetocephalus
ID:
460081

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Fragm. 8: 84 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000459413



Common Names

  • Lepidobolus chaetocephalus
  • Chaetocephalous Lepidobolus
  • Chaetocephalous Lepidobolus Orchid


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Description

Lepidobolus chaetocephalus (also called 'Chaetocephalus Lepidobolus', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Poaceae. It is a tufted grass, usually growing up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South America, where it is found in Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay. It is found in grasslands, as well as in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidobolus chaetocephalus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in herbal medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepidobolus chaetocephalus is small and yellow. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidobolus chaetocephalus is a perennial grass that is native to Australia. It is a low-growing grass with a clumping habit and can reach up to 40 cm in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, it can be propagated by division.

Where to Find Lepidobolus chaetocephalus

Lepidobolus chaetocephalus is native to the tropical regions of South America, particularly in Colombia and Ecuador.

Lepidobolus chaetocephalus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidobolus chaetocephalus?

Lepidobolus chaetocephalus

What is the common name of Lepidobolus chaetocephalus?

Hairy-headed grass

What is the natural range of Lepidobolus chaetocephalus?

South America

Species in the Restionaceae family

Alexgeorgea ganopoda, Alexgeorgea nitens, Alexgeorgea subterranea, Anarthria gracilis, Anarthria humilis, Anarthria laevis, Anarthria polyphylla, Anarthria prolifera, Anarthria scabra, Anthochortus capensis, Anthochortus crinalis, Anthochortus ecklonii, Anthochortus graminifolius, Anthochortus insignis, Anthochortus laxiflorus, Anthochortus singularis, Aphelia brizula, Aphelia cyperoides, Aphelia drummondii, Aphelia gracilis, Aphelia nutans, Aphelia pumilio, Apodasmia brownii, Apodasmia chilensis, Apodasmia similis, Apodasmia ceramophila, Askidiosperma alboaristatum, Askidiosperma alticola, Askidiosperma andreaeanum, Askidiosperma capitatum, Askidiosperma chartaceum, Askidiosperma delicatulum, Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae, Askidiosperma insigne, Askidiosperma longiflorum, Askidiosperma nitidum, Askidiosperma paniculatum, Askidiosperma rugosum, Askidiosperma alticolum, Baloskion australe, Baloskion fimbriatum, Baloskion gracile, Baloskion longipes, Baloskion pallens, Baloskion stenocoleum, Baloskion tenuiculme, Baloskion tetraphyllum, Calorophus elongatus, Calorophus erostris, Cannomois aristata,

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