Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Escalloniales
Species:
chlorophylla
ID:
680884

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cham. & Schltdl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 1: 542 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000680217

Common Names

  • Green-leaved Escallonia
  • Chlorophylla Escallonia
  • Green-leaved Escallonia

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Description

Escallonia chlorophylla (also called 'Green Escallonia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Escalloniaceae family. It is native to Chile and Argentina and is found in the temperate forests of the Andes Mountains. It is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 meters in height and has oval-shaped leaves. The flowers are small and green in color.

Uses & Benefits

Escallonia chlorophylla is an evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green foliage and clusters of white or pink flowers. It is often used as a hedge or border plant, and can be used to create a colorful backdrop for other plants. It is also an excellent choice for erosion control and can be used in rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Escallonia chlorophylla is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have a single stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Escallonia chlorophylla is a shrub native to South America. It is a slow-growing plant that can reach heights of up to 2 meters. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings, as seeds are not always reliable. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of branches and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Escallonia chlorophylla

Escallonia chlorophylla can be found in the Andes mountains of South America, from Colombia to Chile.

Escallonia chlorophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Escallonia chlorophylla?

Escallonia chlorophylla

What is the common name of Escallonia chlorophylla?

Chlorophylla Escallonia

What is the natural habitat of Escallonia chlorophylla?

Dry, open areas in the temperate regions of South America

Species in the Escallonia genus

Escallonia alpina, Escallonia angustifolia, Escallonia bifida, Escallonia bracteata, Escallonia callcottiae, Escallonia chlorophylla, Escallonia cordobensis, Escallonia demissa, Escallonia discolor, Escallonia farinacea, Escallonia florida, Escallonia gayana, Escallonia herrerae, Escallonia hispida, Escallonia hypoglauca, Escallonia illinita, Escallonia laevis, Escallonia ledifolia, Escallonia lepidota, Escallonia leucantha, Escallonia megapotamica, Escallonia micrantha, Escallonia millegrana, Escallonia mollis, Escallonia myrtilloides, Escallonia myrtoidea, Escallonia obtusissima, Escallonia paniculata, Escallonia pendula, Escallonia petrophila, Escallonia piurensis, Escallonia polifolia, Escallonia promaucana, Escallonia pulverulenta, Escallonia rebecae, Escallonia resinosa, Escallonia reticulata, Escallonia revoluta, Escallonia rigida, Escallonia rosea, Escallonia rubra, Escallonia salicifolia, Escallonia schreiteri, Escallonia serrata, Escallonia tucumanensis, Escallonia virgata, Escallonia stricta, Escallonia carmelitana, Escallonia skottsbergii, Escallonia harrisii,

Species in the Escalloniaceae family

Anopterus glandulosus, Anopterus macleayanus, Eremosyne pectinata, Escallonia alpina, Escallonia angustifolia, Escallonia bifida, Escallonia bracteata, Escallonia callcottiae, Escallonia chlorophylla, Escallonia cordobensis, Escallonia demissa, Escallonia discolor, Escallonia farinacea, Escallonia florida, Escallonia gayana, Escallonia herrerae, Escallonia hispida, Escallonia hypoglauca, Escallonia illinita, Escallonia laevis, Escallonia ledifolia, Escallonia lepidota, Escallonia leucantha, Escallonia megapotamica, Escallonia micrantha, Escallonia millegrana, Escallonia mollis, Escallonia myrtilloides, Escallonia myrtoidea, Escallonia obtusissima, Escallonia paniculata, Escallonia pendula, Escallonia petrophila, Escallonia piurensis, Escallonia polifolia, Escallonia promaucana, Escallonia pulverulenta, Escallonia rebecae, Escallonia resinosa, Escallonia reticulata, Escallonia revoluta, Escallonia rigida, Escallonia rosea, Escallonia rubra, Escallonia salicifolia, Escallonia schreiteri, Escallonia serrata, Escallonia tucumanensis, Escallonia virgata, Escallonia stricta,

References

Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:791000-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.