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spiderweb chloris
Scientific Name: Chloris pycnothrix
Family: Poaceae
Category: Monocot
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Chloris pycnothrix: Spiderweb Chloris
Chloris pycnothrix, commonly known as Spiderweb Chloris, is a species of grass belonging to the genus Chloris. This genus is widely distributed and often referred to as windmill grass or finger grass.
Common Names
- Spiderweb Chloris
- Spiderweb Grass
- Spider-Web Grass
- Spinnerakchloris
- Spinnerakgras
- Orchard Grass (Note: This common name may be misleading as it is also used for Dactylis glomerata)
- Radiate Fingergrass
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Chloris pycnothrix Trin.
- Family: Poaceae (Grass family)
- Synonym: Chloris beyrichiana Kunth (Note: This may be a misidentification of C. inflata or C. radiata)
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
Distribution and Habitat
- Chloris pycnothrix is found in the USA and Canada, as indicated by distributional maps.
- It has also been recorded from the Mgwayisa valley.
Morphological Characteristics
- The plant is characterized by its "spiderweb" appearance, hence the common name.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- A species of moth, Parasa chloris (Hodges#4698), has been associated with Spiderweb Chloris, though the context suggests it may be a misidentification based on location.
- Spiders sometimes utilize the plant to build communal webs.
Resources
- GRIN Taxonomy Checklist
- Discover Life
- Wikispecies