Chloris pectinata
Comb Chloris, Comb Windmill Grass
Also known as: Chloris divaricata var. minor J.M.Black +3 more
- Chloris divaricata var. minor J.M.Black
- Chloris divaricata var. muelleri Domin
- Chloris pectinata var. fallax Domin
- Chloris pectinata var. typica Domin
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Poaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a annual.
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Found natively in Australasia, Chloris pectinata (commonly known as Comb Chloris or Comb windmill grass) is a grass belonging to the Poaceae family. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with desert or dry shrubland conditions.
Macro Climate
Arid
Plant Type
Grass
Plant Type
Annual
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AUSTRALASIA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Australia
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia
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)
Czechoslovakia, Germany, Japan, South Carolina