Chomelia microloba - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Donn.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1901
Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 31: 114 (1901)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000849769
Common Names
- Microloba chomelia
- Small-lobed chomelia
- Small-lobed wild-sage
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chomelia microloba (also called Small-lobed Chomelia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub species native to South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Chomelia microloba has a variety of non-medical uses, such as being used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a cover crop. It can also be used as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chomelia microloba is a small, white or pinkish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, slender, and have a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chomelia microloba is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can be used in areas with low fertility. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape.
Where to Find Chomelia microloba
Chomelia microloba is native to the tropical regions of the Americas and can be found in moist, shady areas with well-drained soils.
Chomelia microloba FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chomelia microloba?
Chomelia microloba
What is the family of Chomelia microloba?
Rubiaceae
What is the common name of Chomelia microloba?
Small-lobed Chomelia
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-39554: Based on the initial data import
John Donnell Smith (1829-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Donn.Sm.' in the authors string.