Jarava plumosa
South American Rice Grass
Also known as: Achnatherum papposum (Nees) Barkworth +7 more
- Achnatherum papposum (Nees) Barkworth
- Arundo plumosa (Spreng.) Schult. & Schult.f.
- Stipa delilei Steud.
- Stipa papposa Delile
- Stipa papposa f. major Speg.
- Stipa papposa f. minor Speg.
- Stipa papposa Nees
- Stipa tenuiflora Phil.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Poaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Originating in South America, Jarava plumosa (commonly known as South American Rice Grass) is a grass belonging to the Poaceae family. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to temperate conditions.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Grass
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Brazil, Southern South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Argentina Northeast, Argentina Northwest, Argentina South, Brazil South, Chile Central, Chile South, Uruguay
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)
California, Cape Provinces, Palestine, South Australia, Spain