Chusquea bahiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.G.Clark
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 48: 250 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000859964
Common Names
- Bahiana Cane
- Bahiana Mountain Cane
- Bahiana Chusquea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chusquea bahiana (also called Bahia Bamboo, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Central and South America. It grows in moist soils and is commonly found in forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Chusquea bahiana is used as an ornamental grass in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a source of fiber for making rope, mats, and baskets.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chusquea bahiana is a small, white spikelet, with a single floret. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard, shiny surface. The seedlings are thin, with a single leaf at the top.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chusquea bahiana can be propagated by division or by seed. For division, divide the clumps in spring or autumn. For seed, sow the seeds in a seed tray filled with moist potting mix. Place the tray in a warm, bright spot and keep the soil moist. Once the seedlings are established, transplant them to individual pots.
Where to Find Chusquea bahiana
Chusquea bahiana is found in the Bahia region of Brazil.
Chusquea bahiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chusquea bahiana?
Chusquea bahiana
What is the common name of Chusquea bahiana?
Bahiana Cane
What is the origin of Chusquea bahiana?
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
Lynn G. Clark (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.G.Clark' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:301253-2: 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].