Amelichloa caudata
Chilean Ricegrass
Also known as: Achnatherum caudatum (Trin.) S.W.L.Jacobs & J.Everett +6 more
- Achnatherum caudatum (Trin.) S.W.L.Jacobs & J.Everett
- Jarava bertrandii (Phil.) Peñail.
- Jarava caudata (Trin.) Peñail.
- Stipa bertrandii Phil.
- Stipa brachychaeta f. major Speg.
- Stipa caudata Trin.
- Stipa litoralis Phil.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Poaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Amelichloa caudata (commonly known as Chilean ricegrass) is a grass belonging to the Poaceae family. Indigenous to South America, 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)
Southern South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Argentina Northeast, Argentina Northwest, Argentina South, Chile Central, 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)
New South Wales, New Zealand South, Oregon, Spain, Tasmania, Victoria