Bothriochloa macera
Pitted Beard Grass, Red Leg Grass
Other regional names: Redleg
- Redleg
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Poaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Bothriochloa macera (commonly known as Pitted Beard Grass or Red-Leg Grass) is a grass belonging to the Poaceae family. Indigenous to Australasia, this species is primarily associated with subtropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Grass
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AUSTRALASIA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Australia
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Victoria
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Hawaii, Japan, Kermadec Is., New Zealand North, New Zealand South, Norfolk Is., Tasmania