Chomelia occidentalis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Müll.Arg.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Flora 58: 452 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000849946
Common Names
- Chomelia Occidentalis
- Occidentalis Grass
- Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chomelia occidentalis (also called Western Chomelia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils in open areas, such as savannas, and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Chomelia occidentalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chomelia occidentalis has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chomelia occidentalis can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers well-drained, sandy soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is a low-maintenance plant and requires minimal care.
Where to Find Chomelia occidentalis
Chomelia occidentalis is native to the tropical regions of the Americas and can be found in moist, shady areas with well-drained soils.
Chomelia occidentalis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chomelia occidentalis?
Chomelia occidentalis
What is the common name of Chomelia occidentalis?
Occidentalis grass
What is the habitat of Chomelia occidentalis?
Chomelia occidentalis is found in dry open grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas
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-39571: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.