Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
ornithoryncha
ID:
859862

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nees

Source:
wcs

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Ann. Nat. Hist. 1: 284 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000859197

Common Names

  • Chasmanthium ornithoryncha
  • Bird-billed Chasmanthium
  • Beaked Chasmanthium

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Description

Chasmanthium ornithoryncha (also called Bird's-foot Bristlegrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other open habitats. It has narrow, linear leaves and its stems are covered with short, bristly hairs.

Uses & Benefits

Chasmanthium ornithoryncha has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, colds, and digestive problems, as well as for its anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chasmanthium ornithoryncha has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single, curved stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chasmanthium ornithoryncha is a perennial grass native to South America. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Divide the clumps in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Chasmanthium ornithoryncha

Chasmanthium ornithoryncha is native to the southeastern United States and is found in moist woods and thickets.

Chasmanthium ornithoryncha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chasmanthium ornithoryncha?

Chasmanthium ornithoryncha

What is the common name of Chasmanthium ornithoryncha?

Bird-Foot Woodoats

What is the natural habitat of Chasmanthium ornithoryncha?

Woodlands, roadsides, 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

Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:395687-1: 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].