Status:
valid
Authors:
Thulin & I.Darbysh.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 66: 601 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332261
Common Names
- Chorisochora Chascanoides
- Chascanoides Chorisochora
- Chorisochora
Description
Chorisochora chascanoides (also called Chascan Chorisochora, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Brassicaceae family. It is found in the Chascan Valley of Kyrgyzstan. The species is an annual herb that is found in grassy and rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Chorisochora chascanoides is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chorisochora chascanoides has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chorisochora chascanoides is a perennial herb with a long taproot. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or autumn. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny spot. The seedlings should be thinned out when they are large enough to handle. The plant can be divided in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Chorisochora chascanoides
Chorisochora chascanoides can be found in India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and China.
Chorisochora chascanoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chorisochora chascanoides?
Chorisochora chascanoides
What is the common name of Chorisochora chascanoides?
Chascanoides Chorisochora
What is the natural habitat of Chorisochora chascanoides?
Chorisochora chascanoides is found in moist, shady areas in tropical and subtropical regions.
Species in the Chorisochora genus
Species in the Acanthaceae family
Acanthopale macrocarpa,
Acanthopale confertiflora,
Acanthopale decempedalis,
Acanthopale laxiflora,
Acanthopale madagascariensis,
Acanthopale pubescens,
Acanthopale aethiogermanica,
Acanthopale breviceps,
Acanthopale cuneifolia,
Acanthopale ramiflora,
Acanthopale perrieri,
Acanthopale humblotii,
Acanthopsis carduifolia,
Acanthopsis disperma,
Acanthopsis glauca,
Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana,
Acanthopsis horrida,
Acanthopsis scullyi,
Acanthopsis spathularis,
Acanthopsis disperma,
Acanthopsis tuba,
Acanthopsis ludoviciana,
Acanthopsis adamanticola,
Acanthopsis dispermoides,
Acanthopsis erosa,
Acanthopsis dregeana,
Acanthopsis tetragona,
Acanthopsis glandulopalmata,
Acanthopsis insueta,
Acanthopsis nitida,
Acanthopsis pagodiformis,
Acanthopsis glabra,
Acanthopsis villosa,
Acanthus austromontanus,
Acanthus greuterianus,
Acanthus kulalensis,
Acanthus arboreus,
Acanthus carduaceus,
Acanthus caroli-alexandri,
Acanthus caudatus,
Acanthus dioscoridis,
Acanthus ebracteatus,
Acanthus eminens,
Acanthus flexicaulis,
Acanthus gaed,
Acanthus guineensis,
Acanthus hirsutus,
Acanthus hungaricus,
Acanthus ilicifolius,
Acanthus latisepalus,
References
Iain Darbyshire: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Darbysh.' in the authors string.