Coccochondra laevis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laevis
ID:
900361
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Steyerm.) Rauschert
Source:
wcs
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Taxon 31: 561 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000899696
Common Names
- Smooth Coccocondra
- Smooth Coccocondra Grass
- Smooth Coccocondra Setaria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Coccochondra laevis (also called Smooth Coccochondra, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa. It grows in a variety of habitats, from woodlands to disturbed areas, and can reach heights of up to 4 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Coccochondra laevis is used as an ornamental plant and can be used as a hedge plant.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Coccochondra laevis sub. laevisCoccochondra laevis sub. maigualidae J.H.Kirkbr.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Coccochondra laevis is a small, yellowish-green spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown grain. The seedling is a small, grass-like plant with thin, green leaves.
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Coccochondra laevis is an annual grass that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is a fast-growing grass that can reach up to 3 feet in height.
Where to Find Coccochondra laevis
Coccochondra laevis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It is also found in parts of the United States, including California, Florida, and Hawaii.
Species in the Coccochondra genus
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-44281: Based on the initial data import
Stephan Rauschert (1931-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rauschert' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.