Chimonocalamus auriculatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
auriculatus
ID:
1516619
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sungkaew, Hodk. & N.H.Xia
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 357: 67 (2018)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000003545
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chimonocalamus auriculatus (also called Eared Chimonocalamus, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to China. It has slender stems with small, green leaves and white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas in its native regions and is well-suited to woodland gardens and containers.
Uses & Benefits
Chimonocalamus auriculatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chimonocalamus auriculatus has white flowers with yellowish-green centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chimonocalamus auriculatus is a tropical grass that is native to China. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant should be fertilized regularly and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Chimonocalamus auriculatus
Chimonocalamus auriculatus can be found in China.
Chimonocalamus auriculatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chimonocalamus auriculatus?
Chimonocalamus auriculatus
What is the common name of Chimonocalamus auriculatus?
Eared Chimonocalamus
What is the natural habitat of Chimonocalamus auriculatus?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Chimonocalamus genus
Chimonocalamus burmaensis, Chimonocalamus delicatus, Chimonocalamus dumosus, Chimonocalamus fimbriatus, Chimonocalamus gallatlyi, Chimonocalamus griffithianus, Chimonocalamus longiligulatus, Chimonocalamus longiusculus, Chimonocalamus lushaiensis, Chimonocalamus makuanensis, Chimonocalamus montanus, Chimonocalamus pallens, Chimonocalamus cibarius, Chimonocalamus baviensis, Chimonocalamus peregrinus, Chimonocalamus elegans, Chimonocalamus auriculatus, Chimonocalamus nagalandianus, Chimonocalamus bidoupensis,
Species in the Poaceae family
Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77185941-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].