Chimarrhis latifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latifolia
ID:
845272
Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 4: 265 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000844607
Common Names
- Broad-leaved Bentgrass
- Broad Leaved Bentgrass
- Broad Leaved Bent
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chimarrhis latifolia (also called Broad-leaved false-heather, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady areas such as forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Chimarrhis latifolia is used as an ornamental grass in landscaping and for erosion control. It is also used as a forage grass for livestock and wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chimarrhis latifolia is a small, yellowish-white flower head, with a single floret per spikelet. The seed is a small, oval-shaped grain, which is light brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf with a pointed tip.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chimarrhis latifolia is a perennial grass that can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 5-9. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division.
Where to Find Chimarrhis latifolia
Chimarrhis latifolia is native to Central America and can be found in the tropical regions.
Chimarrhis latifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chimarrhis latifolia?
Chimarrhis latifolia
What is the common name of Chimarrhis latifolia?
Broad-leaved false-brome
What type of plant is Chimarrhis latifolia?
Grass
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-39050: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.