Chimarrhis turbinata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
turbinata
ID:
845387
Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1830
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 4: 404 (1830)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000844722
Common Names
- Chimarrhis turbinata
- Turbinate Grass
- Turbinate Star Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chimarrhis turbinata (also called pineapple weed, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to North America, Europe, and Asia. It grows in disturbed habitats such as roadsides, gardens, and fields. It has a low-growing, spreading habit, with small, bright green leaves and small, yellow flower heads.
Uses & Benefits
Chimarrhis turbinata 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
Chimarrhis turbinata has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. Seedlings have small, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chimarrhis turbinata 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 turbinata
Chimarrhis turbinata is native to the Andes Mountains in South America and can be found in high-altitude grasslands.
Chimarrhis turbinata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chimarrhis turbinata?
Chimarrhis turbinata
What is the common name of Chimarrhis turbinata?
Turbinate Chimarrhis
What is the natural habitat of Chimarrhis turbinata?
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-39061: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.