Chimarrhis microcarpa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microcarpa
ID:
845303
Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 53: 471 (1926)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000844638
Common Names
- Small-fruited Bentgrass
- Small Fruited Bentgrass
- Small Fruited Bent
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chimarrhis microcarpa (also called Small-fruited 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 microcarpa 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 microcarpa is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chimarrhis microcarpa 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 microcarpa
Chimarrhis microcarpa can be found in tropical Asia.
Chimarrhis microcarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chimarrhis microcarpa?
Chimarrhis microcarpa
What is the common name of Chimarrhis microcarpa?
Small-fruited Chimarrhis
What is the natural habitat of Chimarrhis microcarpa?
Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands
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-39053: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.