Chusquea amistadensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.G.Clark, Davidse & R.P.Ellis
Source:
wcs
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Natl. Geogr. Res. 5: 462 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000859949
Common Names
- Amistad Cane
- Amistad Mountain Cane
- Amistad Chusquea
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Chusquea amistadensis (also called Amistad chusquea, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Central and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, typically in grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Chusquea amistadensis is used for making brooms, mats, and baskets. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and for erosion control. It is also used as a fodder for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chusquea amistadensis is small and yellow, with a single seed in the center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chusquea amistadensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted.
Where to Find Chusquea amistadensis
Chusquea amistadensis is found in the Amistad National Park in Costa Rica.
Chusquea amistadensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chusquea amistadensis?
Chusquea amistadensis
What is the common name of Chusquea amistadensis?
Amistadensis Cane
What is the origin of Chusquea amistadensis?
Central and South America
Species in the Chusquea genus
Chusquea abietifolia, Chusquea acuminata, Chusquea albilanata, Chusquea amistadensis, Chusquea andina, Chusquea anelythra, Chusquea anelytroides, Chusquea angustifolia, Chusquea antioquensis, Chusquea aperta, Chusquea arachniformis, Chusquea argentina, Chusquea aristata, Chusquea aspera, Chusquea attenuata, Chusquea baculifera, Chusquea bahiana, Chusquea bambusoides, Chusquea barbata, Chusquea bilimekii, Chusquea bradei, Chusquea caparaoensis, Chusquea capitata, Chusquea capituliflora, Chusquea ciliata, Chusquea circinata, Chusquea coronalis, Chusquea costaricensis, Chusquea culeou, Chusquea cumingii, Chusquea decolorata, Chusquea deficiens, Chusquea deflexa, Chusquea delicatula, Chusquea depauperata, Chusquea dombeyana, Chusquea erecta, Chusquea exasperata, Chusquea falcata, Chusquea fasciculata, Chusquea fendleri, Chusquea fernandeziana, Chusquea foliosa, Chusquea galeottiana, Chusquea gigantea, Chusquea glauca, Chusquea gracilis, Chusquea grandiflora, Chusquea heterophylla, Chusquea huantensis,
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
Gerrit Davidse (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Davidse' in the authors string.
Lynn G. Clark (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.G.Clark' in the authors string.
Roger Pearson Ellis (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.P.Ellis' in the authors string.
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