Status:
valid
Authors:
H.T.Chang
Source:
cmp
Year:
1948
Citation Micro:
Sunyatsenia 7: 64 (1948)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000604199
Common Names
- Chunia bucklandioides
- Buckland's Chunia
- Chunia Bucklandioides
Description
Chunia bucklandioides (also called Buckland's Chuncoa, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropics of Central and South America. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests, and is often found in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Chunia bucklandioides is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chunia bucklandioides has white, star-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chunia bucklandioides can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Chunia bucklandioides
Chunia bucklandioides is native to South America.
Chunia bucklandioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chunia bucklandioides?
Chunia bucklandioides
What is the common name of Chunia bucklandioides?
Buckland's chunia
What is the natural habitat of Chunia bucklandioides?
Moist, shady places in deciduous forests
Species in the Chunia genus
Species in the Hamamelidaceae family
Chunia bucklandioides,
Corylopsis alnifolia,
Corylopsis brevistyla,
Corylopsis calcicola,
Corylopsis coreana,
Corylopsis glabrescens,
Corylopsis glandulifera,
Corylopsis glaucescens,
Corylopsis gotoana,
Corylopsis henryi,
Corylopsis himalayana,
Corylopsis microcarpa,
Corylopsis multiflora,
Corylopsis obovata,
Corylopsis omeiensis,
Corylopsis pauciflora,
Corylopsis platypetala,
Corylopsis rotundifolia,
Corylopsis sinensis,
Corylopsis trabeculosa,
Corylopsis veitchiana,
Corylopsis velutina,
Corylopsis willmottiae,
Corylopsis yui,
Corylopsis yunnanensis,
Corylopsis spicata,
Dicoryphe angustifolia,
Dicoryphe buddlejoides,
Dicoryphe gracilis,
Dicoryphe guatteriifolia,
Dicoryphe lanceolata,
Dicoryphe laurifolia,
Dicoryphe laurina,
Dicoryphe macrophylla,
Dicoryphe platyphylla,
Dicoryphe retusa,
Dicoryphe stipulacea,
Dicoryphe viticoides,
Disanthus cercidifolius,
Distyliopsis dunnii,
Distyliopsis lanata,
Distyliopsis laurifolia,
Distyliopsis salicifolia,
Distyliopsis tutcheri,
Distyliopsis yunnanensis,
Distylium annamicum,
Distylium buxifolium,
Distylium chinense,
Distylium chinense,
Distylium chungii,