Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
wcs
Year:
1826
Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 1025 (1826)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000843376
Common Names
- Naked Chilocarpus
- Chilocarpus Denudatus
- Naked Chilocarpus Grass
Description
Chilocarpus denudatus (also called Denudate chilocarpus, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is a deciduous shrub that grows in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands, meadows, and stream banks.
Uses & Benefits
Chilocarpus denudatus is used as an ornamental shrub in gardens and for landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chilocarpus denudatus flower is a small, white flower head, with awns that are usually bent. The seed is a small, dark brown caryopsis with awns. The seedlings are short, with short, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chilocarpus denudatus can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established. It can be mowed to maintain a neat appearance.
Where to Find Chilocarpus denudatus
Chilocarpus denudatus is native to South America and is found in moist, shady areas. It is a perennial shrub.
Chilocarpus denudatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chilocarpus denudatus?
Chilocarpus denudatus
What is the common name of Chilocarpus denudatus?
Denudatus bentgrass
What is the natural habitat of Chilocarpus denudatus?
Chilocarpus denudatus is found in wet meadows, marshes, and streambanks in North America.
Species in the Chilocarpus genus
Chilocarpus hirtus,
Chilocarpus pubescens,
Chilocarpus sarawakensis,
Chilocarpus beccarianus,
Chilocarpus conspicuus,
Chilocarpus costatus,
Chilocarpus decipiens,
Chilocarpus denudatus,
Chilocarpus obtusifolius,
Chilocarpus rostratus,
Chilocarpus steenisianus,
Chilocarpus suaveolens,
Chilocarpus torulosus,
Chilocarpus vernicosus,
Species in the Apocynaceae family
Acokanthera laevigata,
Acokanthera oblongifolia,
Acokanthera oppositifolia,
Acokanthera rotundata,
Acokanthera schimperi,
Adenium boehmianum,
Adenium multiflorum,
Adenium obesum,
Adenium oleifolium,
Adenium swazicum,
Adenium dhofarense,
Aganosma breviloba,
Aganosma cymosa,
Aganosma gracilis,
Aganosma lacei,
Aganosma petelotii,
Aganosma schlechteriana,
Aganosma siamensis,
Aganosma wallichii,
Aganosma heynei,
Alafia alba,
Alafia barteri,
Alafia benthamii,
Alafia berrieri,
Alafia calophylla,
Alafia caudata,
Alafia erythrophthalma,
Alafia falcata,
Alafia fuscata,
Alafia insularis,
Alafia intermedia,
Alafia landolphioides,
Alafia lucida,
Alafia microstylis,
Alafia multiflora,
Alafia nigrescens,
Alafia orientalis,
Alafia parciflora,
Alafia pauciflora,
Alafia perrieri,
Alafia schumannii,
Alafia thouarsii,
Alafia vallium,
Alafia verschuereni,
Alafia whytei,
Alafia zambesiaca,
Allamanda calcicola,
Allamanda angustifolia,
Allamanda blanchetii,
Allamanda cathartica,