Chusquea nelsonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Scribn. & J.G.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
Bull. Div. Agrostol. U.S.D.A. 4: 16 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000860066
Common Names
- Nelson's Chusquea
- Nelson's Cane
- Nelson's Bamboo
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chusquea nelsonii (also called Nelson's Cane, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It typically grows to a height of 0.3–2 m and has long, narrow leaves. It is found in a variety of habitats, from open grasslands and savannas to disturbed areas and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Chusquea nelsonii is a species of bamboo native to Mexico and Central America. It is used for a variety of purposes, including as a windbreak, for erosion control, as a food source, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of fuel and building materials.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chusquea nelsonii is a small, yellowish-green spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown grain. The seedlings are thin, light green shoots.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chusquea nelsonii is a perennial evergreen grass that grows in clumps. It is native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It is easy to propagate from seed or division. To propagate from seed, sow the seed in a well-drained soil mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate from division, dig up the clump and divide it into smaller sections. Replant the divisions in a well-drained soil mix and keep the soil moist.
Where to Find Chusquea nelsonii
Chusquea nelsonii is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in grasslands and disturbed areas.
Chusquea nelsonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chusquea nelsonii?
Chusquea nelsonii
What is the natural habitat of Chusquea nelsonii?
Tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America
What is the average size of Chusquea nelsonii?
Up to 8 feet in height
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
Jared Gage Smith (1866-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.G.Sm.' in the authors string.
Frank Lamson-Scribner (1851-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scribn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:58373-2: 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].