Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
psilocarpa
ID:
850794

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dwyer & M.V.Hayden

Source:
wcs

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 54: 139 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000850129

Common Names

  • Chomelia psilocarpa
  • Psilocarpa Chomelia
  • Chomelia Psilocarpa Grass

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Description

Chomelia psilocarpa (also called Psilocarp Chomelia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the southeastern United States. It typically grows to heights of 4-6 feet and has small, white flowers. It is found in dry, sandy habitats, such as sandhills and dry woods.

Uses & Benefits

Chomelia psilocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak. It is also used for making baskets, mats, and furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chomelia psilocarpa has small white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chomelia psilocarpa is a perennial shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It is typically found in moist to wet soils in open woods, meadows, and along streams. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or fall and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Chomelia psilocarpa

Chomelia psilocarpa is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas in scrublands.

Chomelia psilocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chomelia psilocarpa?

Chomelia psilocarpa

What is the common name of Chomelia psilocarpa?

Smooth Chomelia

What is the natural habitat of Chomelia psilocarpa?

Tropical forests

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-39588: Based on the initial data import
John Duncan Dwyer (1915-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dwyer' in the authors string.
M. Victoria Hayden (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.V.Hayden' in the authors string.