Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Species:
loranthoides
ID:
600633

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 11: t. 1005 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000599965

Common Names

  • Chaunochiton loranthoides
  • Loranthoides Chaunochiton
  • Chaunochiton

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Description

Chaunochiton loranthoides (also called 'Loranthoid Chaunochiton' and 'Loranthoid Chaunochiton', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It is an evergreen shrub and is found in grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chaunochiton loranthoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chaunochiton loranthoides is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaunochiton loranthoides is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in dry forests and woodlands. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained seed raising mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be semi-hardwood cuttings of healthy, non-flowering shoots.

Where to Find Chaunochiton loranthoides

Chaunochiton loranthoides is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Chaunochiton loranthoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaunochiton loranthoides?

Chaunochiton loranthoides

What is the common name of Chaunochiton loranthoides?

Loranthoid Chaunochiton

What is the natural habitat of Chaunochiton loranthoides?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

Species in the Olacaceae family

Anacolosa casearioides, Anacolosa cauliflora, Anacolosa clarkii, Anacolosa crassipes, Anacolosa densiflora, Anacolosa frutescens, Anacolosa glochidiiformis, Anacolosa griffithii, Anacolosa ilicoides, Anacolosa insularis, Anacolosa lutea, Anacolosa papuana, Anacolosa pervilleana, Anacolosa poilanei, Anacolosa uncifera, Aptandra caudata, Aptandra liriosmoides, Aptandra tubicina, Aptandra zenkeri, Brachynema axillare, Brachynema ramiflorum, Cathedra acuminata, Cathedra bahiensis, Cathedra grandiflora, Cathedra paraensis, Cathedra rubricaulis, Chaunochiton angustifolium, Chaunochiton kappleri, Chaunochiton loranthoides, Coula edulis, Curupira tefeensis, Diogoa retivenia, Diogoa zenkeri, Douradoa consimilis, Engomegoma gordonii, Erythropalum scandens, Harmandia mekongensis, Heisteria acuminata, Heisteria amazonica, Heisteria asplundii, Heisteria barbata, Heisteria blanchetiana, Heisteria citrifolia, Heisteria coccinea, Heisteria concinna, Heisteria costaricensis, Heisteria cyathiformis, Heisteria densifrons, Heisteria duckei, Heisteria insculpta,

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