Chimarrhis cubensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cubensis
ID:
845086
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steyerm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 12: 184 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000844421
Common Names
- Chimarrhis cubensis
- Cubensis Bentgrass
- Cubensis Bent
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chimarrhis cubensis (also called Cuban Bent Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to North America, Europe, and Asia. It grows in moist areas, such as meadows, pastures, and wetland margins. It has narrow, pointed leaves and small, inconspicuous flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Chimarrhis cubensis is used as an ornamental grass in landscaping and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chimarrhis cubensis has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chimarrhis cubensis is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed, division, or cuttings. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt spray.
Where to Find Chimarrhis cubensis
Chimarrhis cubensis can be found in tropical Asia.
Chimarrhis cubensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chimarrhis cubensis?
Chimarrhis cubensis
What is the common name of Chimarrhis cubensis?
Cuban False Brome
What is the habitat of Chimarrhis cubensis?
Grassy areas, open woodlands, and disturbed areas
Species in the Chimarrhis genus
Chimarrhis barbata, Chimarrhis brevipes, Chimarrhis cubensis, Chimarrhis cymosa, Chimarrhis duckeana, Chimarrhis ekmanii, Chimarrhis gentryana, Chimarrhis glabriflora, Chimarrhis hookeri, Chimarrhis jamaicensis, Chimarrhis latifolia, Chimarrhis microcarpa, Chimarrhis parviflora, Chimarrhis speciosa, Chimarrhis turbinata,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-39032: Based on the initial data import
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.