Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
apinnula
ID:
847653

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gosewijn) Szlach.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Polish Bot. J. 46: 20 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000846988

Common Names

  • Apinnula Chloraea
  • Apinnula Grass
  • Apinnula Hairgrass

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Description

Chloraea apinnula (also called Pinnate Chloraea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Andes Mountains. It grows in high-altitude meadows and grasslands, and has a low-growing form with bright green leaves. The flowers are small and white, and the fruit is a small capsule.

Uses & Benefits

Chloraea apinnula is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chloraea apinnula has a flower that is a single, white, bell-shaped bloom. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chloraea apinnula can be propagated through seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some flooding. It is also tolerant of salt and can be grown in coastal areas.

Where to Find Chloraea apinnula

Chloraea apinnula can be found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Virginia.

Chloraea apinnula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chloraea apinnula?

Chloraea apinnula

What is the common name of Chloraea apinnula?

Small-winged Chloraea

Where is Chloraea apinnula found?

Chloraea apinnula is found in the Andes Mountains of South America.

Species in the Chloraea genus

Chloraea curicana, Chloraea alpina, Chloraea apinnula, Chloraea barbata, Chloraea bella, Chloraea bidentata, Chloraea biserialis, Chloraea bletioides, Chloraea boliviana, Chloraea calantha, Chloraea castillonii, Chloraea chica, Chloraea chrysantha, Chloraea cogniauxii, Chloraea crispa, Chloraea cristata, Chloraea cuneata, Chloraea cylindrostachya, Chloraea deflexa, Chloraea densipapillosa, Chloraea disoides, Chloraea elegans, Chloraea fiebrigiana, Chloraea fonkii, Chloraea galeata, Chloraea gavilu, Chloraea grandiflora, Chloraea heteroglossa, Chloraea lamellata, Chloraea laxiflora, Chloraea lechleri, Chloraea longipetala, Chloraea magellanica, Chloraea major, Chloraea membranacea, Chloraea multiflora, Chloraea multilineolata, Chloraea nudilabia, Chloraea pavonii, Chloraea philippii, Chloraea phoenicea, Chloraea piquichen, Chloraea praecincta, Chloraea prodigiosa, Chloraea reticulata, Chloraea septentrionalis, Chloraea speciosa, Chloraea subpandurata, Chloraea tectata, Chloraea venosa,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-39283: Based on the initial data import
Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
W.J. van Nieuwenhuizen Gosewijn (d.1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gosewijn' in the authors string.