Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Kahn & K.Mejia
Source:
wcs
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Principes 32: 69 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000842950
Common Names
- Chelyocarpus repens
- Climbing Orchid
- Climbing Orchid
Description
Chelyocarpus repens (also called creeping wheatgrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Eurasia and North America. It is a cool-season grass that grows in dry, sandy soils and is tolerant of drought and cold temperatures. It is often used for forage, erosion control, and as a cover crop.
Uses & Benefits
Chelyocarpus repens is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control on slopes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chelyocarpus repens has small, yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chelyocarpus repens is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but it can also be propagated by cuttings in the spring. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.
Where to Find Chelyocarpus repens
Chelyocarpus repens can be found in parts of Central and South America.
Chelyocarpus repens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chelyocarpus repens?
Chelyocarpus repens
What is the common name of Chelyocarpus repens?
Creeping Watermelon
What is the growth habit of Chelyocarpus repens?
It is a perennial herb with a creeping growth habit.
Species in the Chelyocarpus genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
Acanthophoenix crinita,
Acanthophoenix rubra,
Acanthophoenix rousselii,
Acoelorraphe wrightii,
Acrocomia aculeata,
Acrocomia crispa,
Acrocomia hassleri,
Acrocomia intumescens,
Acrocomia totai,
Acrocomia emensis,
Acrocomia glaucescens,
Acrocomia corumbaensi,
Actinorhytis calapparia,
Actinorhytis calapparia,
Adonidia merrillii,
Adonidia dransfieldii,
Aiphanes graminifolia,
Aiphanes bicornis,
Aiphanes buenaventurae,
Aiphanes multiplex,
Aiphanes acaulis,
Aiphanes chiribogensis,
Aiphanes concinna,
Aiphanes deltoidea,
Aiphanes duquei,
Aiphanes eggersii,
Aiphanes erinacea,
Aiphanes gelatinosa,
Aiphanes grandis,
Aiphanes hirsuta,
Aiphanes horrida,
Aiphanes killipii,
Aiphanes leiostachys,
Aiphanes lindeniana,
Aiphanes linearis,
Aiphanes macroloba,
Aiphanes minima,
Aiphanes parvifolia,
Aiphanes pilaris,
Aiphanes simplex,
Aiphanes spicata,
Aiphanes tricuspidata,
Aiphanes truncata,
Aiphanes ulei,
Aiphanes verrucosa,
Aiphanes weberbaueri,
Aiphanes argos,
Aiphanes tatama,
Aiphanes gloria,
Aiphanes decipiens,
References
Francis Kahn: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Kahn' in the authors string.
K. Mejia: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Mejia' in the authors string.