Status:
valid
Authors:
Mart.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1826
Citation Micro:
Nova Acta Phys.-Med. Acad. Caes. Leop.-Carol. Nat. Cur. 13: 286 (1826)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000599762
Common Names
- Chamissoa acuminata
- Acuminata Daisy
- Garden Daisy
Synonyms
- Chamissoa blanchetii Moq. [unknown]
- Kokera acuminata Kuntze [unknown]
- Chamissoa acuminata acuminata [unknown]
- Kokera blanchetii Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Chamissoa acuminata (also called Acuminate chamissoa, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, sunny areas and has thin, wiry stems with small, narrow leaves. It produces small, feathery panicles of flowers in the summer.
Uses & Benefits
Chamissoa acuminata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in rock gardens.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Chamissoa acuminata var. maximiliani (Moq.) Sohmer
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Chamissoa acuminata are small, yellow and have a bell-shaped form. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chamissoa acuminata is a terrestrial orchid native to South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Cultivation is best done in a well-draining soil mix with plenty of organic matter. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet.
Where to Find Chamissoa acuminata
Chamissoa acuminata can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Chamissoa acuminata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chamissoa acuminata?
Chamissoa acuminata
What is the common name of Chamissoa acuminata?
Acuminate Chamissoa
What is the natural habitat of Chamissoa acuminata?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Chamissoa genus
Species in the Amaranthaceae family
Achyranthes arborescens,
Achyranthes aspera,
Achyranthes bidentata,
Achyranthes diandra,
Achyranthes fasciculata,
Achyranthes mangarevica,
Achyranthes marchionica,
Achyranthes margaretarum,
Achyranthes mutica,
Achyranthes splendens,
Achyranthes talbotii,
Achyranthes shahii,
Achyropsis avicularis,
Achyropsis filifolia,
Achyropsis fruticulosa,
Achyropsis gracilis,
Achyropsis laniceps,
Achyropsis leptostachya,
Acroglochin obtusifolia,
Acroglochin persicarioides,
Aerva artemisioides,
Aerva caudata,
Aerva congesta,
Aerva coriacea,
Aerva edulis,
Aerva glabrata,
Aerva humbertii,
Aerva javanica,
Aerva lanata,
Aerva leucura,
Aerva madagassica,
Aerva microphylla,
Aerva monsonia,
Aerva radicans,
Aerva revoluta,
Aerva sanguinolenta,
Aerva timorensis,
Aerva triangularifolia,
Aerva villosa,
Aerva wightii,
Agathophora alopecuroides,
Agriophyllum lateriflorum,
Agriophyllum latifolium,
Agriophyllum minus,
Agriophyllum montasirii,
Agriophyllum paletzkianum,
Agriophyllum squarrosum,
Allenrolfea occidentalis,
Allenrolfea patagonica,
Allenrolfea vaginata,