Status:
valid
Authors:
Müll.Arg.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1881
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(5): 41 (1881)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000850031
Common Names
- Chomelia Parviflora
- Small-Flowered Chomelia
- Small-Flowered Bamboo
Description
Chomelia parviflora (also called Parviflora Chomelia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Central America. It typically grows in wet, disturbed areas, such as roadsides, ditches, and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Chomelia parviflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chomelia parviflora has small white or pink flowers, with a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and delicate, with long, thin stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chomelia parviflora 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 parviflora
Chomelia parviflora is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Chomelia parviflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chomelia parviflora?
Chomelia parviflora
What are the common names of Chomelia parviflora?
Small-flowered Chomelia, Parviflora Chomelia
What is the growth rate of Chomelia parviflora?
Slow
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,