Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
rostratus
ID:
844217

Status:
valid

Authors:
Markgr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Blumea 19: 165 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000843552

Common Names

  • Beaked Chilocarpus
  • Beaked Rush
  • Beaked Cattail

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Description

Chilocarpus rostratus (also called Beaked Panicgrass, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to South America. It is a perennial grass, growing in tufts and reaching heights of up to 1.2 meters. It is found in a variety of habitats, including meadows, pastures, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Chilocarpus rostratus is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chilocarpus rostratus is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chilocarpus rostratus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Chilocarpus rostratus

Chilocarpus rostratus is native to South and Southeast Asia. It can be found in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Chilocarpus rostratus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chilocarpus rostratus?

Chilocarpus rostratus

What is the common name of Chilocarpus rostratus?

Beaked Bentgrass

What is the habitat of Chilocarpus rostratus?

Chilocarpus rostratus is found in dry, open habitats, such as grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-38950: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Markgraf (1897-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Markgr.' in the authors string.