Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vulpina
ID:
851241

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Flora 43: 452 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000850576

Common Names

  • Vulpina Bamboo
  • Chomelia vulpina
  • Japanese Bamboo

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Description

Chomelia vulpina (also called Foxy Chomelia, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to South America. It is found in meadows, pastures, and other grasslands, as well as in disturbed areas. It has a creeping habit and grows to a height of up to 40 cm. Its leaves are green and have a hairy texture.

Uses & Benefits

Chomelia vulpina is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping, and its leaves are used in the production of paper and textiles.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Chomelia vulpina has small, white, fragrant flowers. Seed: The seeds are small, dark brown, and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and thin, with a single, slender stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chomelia vulpina is a clump-forming, evergreen, perennial shrub. It is best grown in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Chomelia vulpina

Chomelia vulpina is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical forests.

Chomelia vulpina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chomelia vulpina?

Chomelia vulpina

What is the common name of Chomelia vulpina?

Vulpine

What is the natural habitat of Chomelia vulpina?

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,

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