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Nassella trichotoma

Nassella Tussock, Serrated Tussock
Other regional names: Serrated Tussock Grass +1 more
  • Serrated Tussock Grass
  • Yass River Tussock
Also known as: Caryochloa trichotoma (Nees) Kuntze +8 more
  • Caryochloa trichotoma (Nees) Kuntze
  • Oryzopsis trichotoma (Nees) Druce
  • Piptatherum macrantherum Nees ex Steud.
  • Piptatherum macratherum (Steud.) Nees ex B.D.Jacks.
  • Piptochaetium trichotomum (Nees) Griseb.
  • Stipa tenella Godr.
  • Stipa trichotoma Nees
  • Urachne macrathera Steud.
  • Urachne trichotoma (Nees) Trin.
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Poaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.

Originating in South America, Nassella trichotoma (commonly known as Nassella Tussock or Serrated Tussock) is a grass belonging to the Poaceae family. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with 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, 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)
Cape Provinces, France, Germany, Great Britain, Illinois, Italy, Kentucky, Madeira, New South Wales, New Zealand North, New Zealand South, North Carolina, South Australia, South Carolina, Tasmania, Victoria

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