Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
vernicosus
ID:
844311

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
wcs

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Mus. Bot. 1: 152 (1850)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000843646



Common Names

  • Varnish Chilocarpus
  • Varnish Chilocarpus
  • Varnish Chilocarpus


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Description

Chilocarpus vernicosus (also called Vernicose Bentgrass, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to the Himalayas. It is a perennial grass with a creeping rhizome, and grows in a variety of habitats, from dry grasslands to wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Chilocarpus vernicosus is used as an ornamental plant and for soil stabilization and erosion control. It is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chilocarpus vernicosus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chilocarpus vernicosus is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-11.

Where to Find Chilocarpus vernicosus

Chilocarpus vernicosus can be found in tropical Africa and Madagascar.

Chilocarpus vernicosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chilocarpus vernicosus?

Chilocarpus vernicosus

What is the common name of Chilocarpus vernicosus?

Vernicosus bentgrass

What is the growth habit of Chilocarpus vernicosus?

It is a short-lived perennial grass

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-38959: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.