Naucleopsis chiguila - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chiguila
ID:
383034
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benoist
Source:
cmp
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Publ. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. 3: 78 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000382366
Common Names
- Chiguila
- Chiguila Tree
- Chiguila Bark
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Naucleopsis chiguila (also called Chiguila naucleopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has small, white flowers and oblong leaves. It is found in moist soils, forests, and along the edges of streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Naucleopsis chiguila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Naucleopsis chiguila is a small, yellowish-green spikelet, which is surrounded by several bracts. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, grass-like plants with long, thin leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Naucleopsis chiguila is a perennial plant that grows in moist soils. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. The rhizomes should be planted in a moist soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. The seeds should be sown in a moist soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. The seedlings should be kept moist and fertilized regularly.
Where to Find Naucleopsis chiguila
Naucleopsis chiguila is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world and can be found in moist habitats such as wet meadows and stream banks.
Naucleopsis chiguila FAQ
What is the scientific name of Naucleopsis chiguila?
Naucleopsis chiguila
What is the common name of Naucleopsis chiguila?
Chiguila
What is the natural habitat of Naucleopsis chiguila?
Moist soils, ditches, and marshes
Species in the Naucleopsis genus
Naucleopsis oblongifolia, Naucleopsis naga, Naucleopsis imitans, Naucleopsis ulei, Naucleopsis chiguila, Naucleopsis capirensis, Naucleopsis francisci, Naucleopsis guianensis, Naucleopsis macrophylla, Naucleopsis glabra, Naucleopsis ternstroemiiflora, Naucleopsis concinna, Naucleopsis krukovii, Naucleopsis pseudonaga, Naucleopsis caloneura, Naucleopsis humilis, Naucleopsis herrerensis, Naucleopsis straminea, Naucleopsis velutina, Naucleopsis riparia, Naucleopsis insculptula, Naucleopsis jamariensis, Naucleopsis glabra, Naucleopsis inaequalis, Naucleopsis stipularis,
Species in the Moraceae family
Allaeanthus greveanus, Allaeanthus kurzii, Allaeanthus luzonicus, Allaeanthus zeylanicus, Antiaris toxicaria, Antiaropsis decipiens, Antiaropsis uniflora, Artocarpus albobrunneus, Artocarpus altilis, Artocarpus altissimus, Artocarpus anisophyllus, Artocarpus annulatus, Artocarpus avatifolius, Artocarpus blancoi, Artocarpus brevipedunculatus, Artocarpus camansi, Artocarpus chama, Artocarpus corneri, Artocarpus elasticus, Artocarpus excelsus, Artocarpus fulvicortex, Artocarpus glaucus, Artocarpus gomezianus, Artocarpus gongshanensis, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Artocarpus hirsutus, Artocarpus hispidus, Artocarpus horridus, Artocarpus hypargyreus, Artocarpus integer, Artocarpus jarrettiae, Artocarpus kemando, Artocarpus lacucha, Artocarpus lanceifolius, Artocarpus longifolius, Artocarpus lowii, Artocarpus mariannensis, Artocarpus multifidus, Artocarpus nanchuanensis, Artocarpus nigrifolius, Artocarpus nitidus, Artocarpus nobilis, Artocarpus obtusus, Artocarpus odoratissimus, Artocarpus palembanicus, Artocarpus petelotii, Artocarpus pinnatisectus, Artocarpus pithecogallus, Artocarpus primackii, Artocarpus reticulatus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2384926: Based on the initial data import
Raymond Benoist (1881-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benoist' in the authors string.