Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brasiliana
ID:
849823

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rich.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Mém. Rubiac. : 103 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000849158

Common Names

  • Chomelia brasiliana
  • Brazilian Chomelia
  • Brasiliana Chomelia

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Description

Chomelia brasiliana (also called Two-awn Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to South America. It grows in dry, sunny areas and is often found in grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Chomelia brasiliana is used as an ornamental grass in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control on slopes. It is drought tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chomelia brasiliana has small, white flowers, and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are slender and have narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chomelia brasiliana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods require full sun and warm temperatures for best results.

Where to Find Chomelia brasiliana

Chomelia brasiliana is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Chomelia brasiliana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chomelia brasiliana?

Chomelia brasiliana

What is the common name of Chomelia brasiliana?

Brazilian chomelia

What is the habitat of Chomelia brasiliana?

It is found in dry, sandy or rocky soils of grasslands, disturbed areas, and open woodlands.

Species in the Chomelia genus

Chomelia longituba, Chomelia breedlovei, Chomelia crassifolia, Chomelia kirkbridei, Chomelia albicaulis, Chomelia anisomeris, Chomelia apodantha, Chomelia bahiae, Chomelia barbata, Chomelia barbinervis, Chomelia bella, Chomelia brachypoda, Chomelia brasiliana, Chomelia brevicornu, Chomelia caurensis, Chomelia delascioi, Chomelia ecuadorensis, Chomelia estrellana, Chomelia fasciculata, Chomelia glabricalyx, Chomelia glabriuscula, Chomelia gracilis, Chomelia grandicarpa, Chomelia grandifolia, Chomelia hirsuta, Chomelia intercedens, Chomelia juruensis, Chomelia klugii, Chomelia laxiflora, Chomelia longiflora, Chomelia malaneoides, Chomelia microloba, Chomelia minutiflora, Chomelia modesta, Chomelia monachinoi, Chomelia monantha, Chomelia myrtifolia, Chomelia obtusa, Chomelia occidentalis, Chomelia oligantha, Chomelia paniculata, Chomelia parviflora, Chomelia parvifolia, Chomelia pedunculosa, Chomelia pohliana, Chomelia polyantha, Chomelia pringlei, Chomelia psilocarpa, Chomelia pubescens, Chomelia ramiae,

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-39497: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.