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Chloris berroi

Scientific Name: Chloris berroi

Family: Poaceae

Category: Monocot

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Chloris berroi

Chloris berroi, described by Jos Arechavaleta in 1896, is an accepted scientific name for a species of grass. Common names include Uruguay Chloris and Giant Finger Grass.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Chloris berroi Arechav.
  • Family: Poaceae (Grass family)
  • Genus: Chloris
  • Rank: Species
  • Synonyms: Chloris accumbens

Distribution and Habitat

  • Chloris berroi is native to the Rio de la Plata region of Argentina and Uruguay.
  • It can be found in the flooding pampa and various areas within its native range.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Stems can grow up to 26 inches tall.
  • Forms dense inflorescences. The cohesion between the branches at a particular level along the rachis has been observed.

Ecological Role

  • Many Chloris species are good forage.
  • Research suggests soil type and dormancy are determinants for the germination and establishment of Chloris berroi.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Mentioned in the context of companion grasses alongside species like Chloris ciliata, Setaria geniculata, Hordeum stenostachys, and Paspalum vaginatum.

Further Information

  • Information available via Tropicos, New World Grasses, Discover Life, and Wikispecies.
  • Drone-Application-Server database publication available for Chloris berroi biodroid.Taxa. 149415.
  • Find help &amp information on Chloris berroi giant finger grass from the RHS.