Status:
valid
Authors:
L.G.Clark, C.D.Tyrrell, Triplett & A.E.Fisher
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 1: 847 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000908617
Common Names
- Chusquea Annagardneriae
- Anna Gardner Chusquea
- Anna Gardner Bamboo
Description
Chusquea annagardneriae (also called Ann Gardner's bamboo, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Mexico. It has a clumping habit and grows to a height of 1 to 2 m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils and is often found in forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Chusquea annagardneriae is used as a decorative plant, for erosion control, and as a forage crop for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chusquea annagardneriae has small, white flowers and produces small, black seeds. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chusquea annagardneriae is a grass species native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or by division. To cultivate, provide a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist but not wet. Provide bright, indirect light and keep the temperature between 65-85°F (18-29°C).
Where to Find Chusquea annagardneriae
Chusquea annagardneriae is found in the temperate forests of North America.
Chusquea annagardneriae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chusquea annagardneriae?
Chusquea annagardneriae
What is the common name of Chusquea annagardneriae?
Ann Gardner's bamboo
What is the natural habitat of Chusquea annagardneriae?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Chusquea genus
Chusquea abietifolia,
Chusquea acuminata,
Chusquea albilanata,
Chusquea amistadensis,
Chusquea andina,
Chusquea anelythra,
Chusquea anelytroides,
Chusquea angustifolia,
Chusquea antioquensis,
Chusquea aperta,
Chusquea arachniformis,
Chusquea argentina,
Chusquea aristata,
Chusquea aspera,
Chusquea attenuata,
Chusquea baculifera,
Chusquea bahiana,
Chusquea bambusoides,
Chusquea barbata,
Chusquea bilimekii,
Chusquea bradei,
Chusquea caparaoensis,
Chusquea capitata,
Chusquea capituliflora,
Chusquea ciliata,
Chusquea circinata,
Chusquea coronalis,
Chusquea costaricensis,
Chusquea culeou,
Chusquea cumingii,
Chusquea decolorata,
Chusquea deficiens,
Chusquea deflexa,
Chusquea delicatula,
Chusquea depauperata,
Chusquea dombeyana,
Chusquea erecta,
Chusquea exasperata,
Chusquea falcata,
Chusquea fasciculata,
Chusquea fendleri,
Chusquea fernandeziana,
Chusquea foliosa,
Chusquea galeottiana,
Chusquea gigantea,
Chusquea glauca,
Chusquea gracilis,
Chusquea grandiflora,
Chusquea heterophylla,
Chusquea huantensis,
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
Amanda E. Fisher: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.E.Fisher' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60448487-2: 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].