Chrozophora brocchiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brocchiana
ID:
853089
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schweinf.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Comment. Med. 2: 223 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000852424
Common Names
- Brocchiana Chrozophora
- Chrozophora Brocchiana
- Brocchiana Chrozophora Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chrozophora brocchiana (also called Brocchi's Oat, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to Europe and parts of Asia. It grows in meadows, pastures, and roadsides, and prefers moist soils.
Uses & Benefits
Chrozophora brocchiana is used as a medicinal plant and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chrozophora brocchiana has small, yellow flowers and its seeds are small and dark brown. Its seedlings are small and have a single seed leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chrozophora brocchiana is a species of wild oat native to North Africa. It is a perennial grass that grows to a height of 0.5–1 m (1.6–3.3 ft). It is adapted to a wide range of soils, from sandy to clay, and is tolerant of drought and frost. It is propagated by seed and can be planted in spring or fall. It is best grown in full sun and prefers moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Chrozophora brocchiana
Chrozophora brocchiana is native to Africa and can be found in the wild in the Sahara Desert.
Chrozophora brocchiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chrozophora brocchiana?
Chrozophora brocchiana
What is the common name of Chrozophora brocchiana?
Broom-pod
What is the family of Chrozophora brocchiana?
Euphorbiaceae
Species in the Chrozophora genus
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-39805: Based on the initial data import
Georg August Schweinfurth (1836-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schweinf.' in the authors string.