Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tristis
ID:
851119

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Flora 43: 452 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000850454

Common Names

  • Chomelia
  • Tall Chomelia
  • Tristis Chomelia

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Description

Chomelia tristis (also called Sad Chomelia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central America. It is a small, evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and a maximum height of up to 1 m. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Chomelia tristis is a species of grass that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a fodder for livestock. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chomelia tristis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a hard, shiny outer coating. The seedlings are short and slender with a single, unbranched stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chomelia tristis is a clump-forming, evergreen perennial shrub. It can be propagated by cuttings or division in spring or autumn. Cultivation requires well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Chomelia tristis

Chomelia tristis is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Chomelia tristis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chomelia tristis?

Chomelia tristis

What is the common name of Chomelia tristis?

Sad Chomelia

Where is Chomelia tristis native to?

Southeastern United States

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,

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