Chomelia glabriuscula - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steyerm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 23: 372 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000849449
Common Names
- Chomelia glabriuscula
- Smooth Chomelia
- Smooth Chomelia Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chomelia glabriuscula (also called Smooth Chomelia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall, with opposite, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Central America and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Chomelia glabriuscula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chomelia glabriuscula is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, grass-like, and have a single, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chomelia glabriuscula is a perennial shrub that can reach heights of up to 1.5 m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in the spring or early summer. It is also possible to propagate by cuttings taken in the spring.
Where to Find Chomelia glabriuscula
Chomelia glabriuscula can be found in the grasslands of South Africa.
Chomelia glabriuscula FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chomelia glabriuscula?
Chomelia glabriuscula
What is the growth habit of Chomelia glabriuscula?
It is a perennial shrub with a spreading growth habit.
What is the flowering season of Chomelia glabriuscula?
It flowers from late spring to early summer.
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-39524: Based on the initial data import
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.