Status:
valid
Authors:
(Standl.) Steyerm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 17: 335 (1967)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000849204
Common Names
- Chomelia caurensis
- Caurense Chomelia
- Caurense Chomelia Plant
Description
Chomelia caurensis (also called Chomelia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It grows in wet forests, and is found in the understory of the forest.
Uses & Benefits
Chomelia caurensis is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chomelia caurensis has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chomelia caurensis is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light shade. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. The seed should be planted in the spring or fall in a prepared seedbed. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing.
Where to Find Chomelia caurensis
Chomelia caurensis can be found in South America, from Colombia to Bolivia.
Chomelia caurensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chomelia caurensis?
Chomelia caurensis
What type of plant is Chomelia caurensis?
It is a shrub
Where does Chomelia caurensis grow?
It is native to Venezuela and Colombia
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,