Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
erythrocephalum
ID:
900619

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cham. & Schltdl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1829

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 4: 144 (1829)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000899954

Common Names

  • Coccocypselum erythrocephalum
  • Red-headed Bamboo
  • Erythrocephalous Bamboo

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Description

Coccocypselum erythrocephalum (also called red-headed false bamboo, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the grass family. It is native to China and Vietnam, where it grows in forests, grasslands, and along roadsides. It is a rhizomatous perennial grass with thin, arching stems and small, lance-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Coccocypselum erythrocephalum is used for a variety of purposes, including as a food source, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of timber. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Coccocypselum erythrocephalum is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coccocypselum erythrocephalum is a clump-forming bamboo that is native to China. It grows in full sun to part shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps.

Where to Find Coccocypselum erythrocephalum

Coccocypselum erythrocephalum is native to China and can be found in forests and thickets at elevations of up to 2,000 meters.

Coccocypselum erythrocephalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coccocypselum erythrocephalum?

Coccocypselum erythrocephalum

What type of plant is Coccocypselum erythrocephalum?

Bamboo

Where is Coccocypselum erythrocephalum native to?

China

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-44306: Based on the initial data import
Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.