Chimarrhis speciosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
speciosa
ID:
845376
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Steyerm.) Delprete
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 77: 167 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000844711
Common Names
- Chimarrhis speciosa
- Speciosa Grass
- Tropical Star Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chimarrhis speciosa (also called Showy False Foxglove, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central and South America. It is a perennial plant that grows in moist, shady areas, such as along streams and in forests. It has narrow, green leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Chimarrhis speciosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomachaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chimarrhis speciosa is a small, white or pink spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown grain. The seedlings are slender and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chimarrhis speciosa can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil pH levels and can be grown in clay soils. It is drought tolerant once established.
Where to Find Chimarrhis speciosa
Chimarrhis speciosa is native to the Andes Mountains in South America and can be found in high-altitude grasslands.
Chimarrhis speciosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chimarrhis speciosa?
Chimarrhis speciosa
What is the common name of Chimarrhis speciosa?
Showy Chimarrhis
What is the natural habitat of Chimarrhis speciosa?
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-39060: Based on the initial data import
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Piero G. Delprete (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Delprete' in the authors string.