Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baker) Meerts
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Taxon 67(2): 406. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424764
Common Names
- Molle Chlorophytum
- Soft Chlorophytum
- Fuzzy Chlorophytum
Description
Chlorophytum molle (also called Chlorophytum molle, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is a small, perennial herb with a creeping rhizome, and is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in rocky habitats, often in crevices of limestone rocks.
Uses & Benefits
Chlorophytum molle is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also known for its air-purifying properties, as it can help remove toxins from the air.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chlorophytum molle has small, white flowers with a yellow center and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Where to Find Chlorophytum molle
Chlorophytum molle can be found in the tropical regions of Africa.
Chlorophytum molle FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chlorophytum molle?
Chlorophytum molle
What type of plant is Chlorophytum molle?
It is a type of perennial herb
Where is Chlorophytum molle found?
It is found in tropical Africa
Species in the Chlorophytum genus
Chlorophytum angustissimum,
Chlorophytum hirsutum,
Chlorophytum occultum,
Chlorophytum acutum,
Chlorophytum affine,
Chlorophytum africanum,
Chlorophytum alismifolium,
Chlorophytum alpinum,
Chlorophytum altum,
Chlorophytum anceps,
Chlorophytum andongense,
Chlorophytum angulicaule,
Chlorophytum angustiracemosum,
Chlorophytum ankarense,
Chlorophytum appendiculatum,
Chlorophytum applanatum,
Chlorophytum arcuatoramosum,
Chlorophytum aridum,
Chlorophytum arundinaceum,
Chlorophytum basitrichum,
Chlorophytum baturense,
Chlorophytum benuense,
Chlorophytum bharuchae,
Chlorophytum bifolium,
Chlorophytum blepharophyllum,
Chlorophytum borivilianum,
Chlorophytum bowkeri,
Chlorophytum brachystachyum,
Chlorophytum bracteatum,
Chlorophytum brevipedunculatum,
Chlorophytum breviscapum,
Chlorophytum calyptrocarpum,
Chlorophytum cameronii,
Chlorophytum camporum,
Chlorophytum capense,
Chlorophytum caudatibracteatum,
Chlorophytum caulescens,
Chlorophytum chariense,
Chlorophytum chevalieri,
Chlorophytum chinense,
Chlorophytum chloranthum,
Chlorophytum collinum,
Chlorophytum colubrinum,
Chlorophytum comosum,
Chlorophytum cooperi,
Chlorophytum cordifolium,
Chlorophytum crassinerve,
Chlorophytum crispum,
Chlorophytum cyperaceum,
Chlorophytum dalzielii,
Species in the Asparagaceae family
Acanthocarpus canaliculatus,
Acanthocarpus humilis,
Acanthocarpus parviflorus,
Acanthocarpus preissii,
Acanthocarpus robustus,
Acanthocarpus rupestris,
Acanthocarpus verticillatus,
Agave acicularis,
Agave acklinicola,
Agave ajoensis,
Agave aktites,
Agave albescens,
Agave albomarginata,
Agave americana,
Agave angustiarum,
Agave angustifolia,
Agave anomala,
Agave antillarum,
Agave apedicellata,
Agave applanata,
Agave arizonica,
Agave arubensis,
Agave asperrima,
Agave atrovirens,
Agave attenuata,
Agave aurea,
Agave avellanidens,
Agave bahamana,
Agave bicolor,
Agave boldinghiana,
Agave bovicornuta,
Agave braceana,
Agave bracteosa,
Agave brevipetala,
Agave brevispina,
Agave brittoniana,
Agave brunnea,
Agave bulliana,
Agave cacozela,
Agave cajalbanensis,
Agave calodonta,
Agave capensis,
Agave caribaeicola,
Agave cerulata,
Agave chamelensis,
Agave chiapensis,
Agave chrysantha,
Agave chrysoglossa,
Agave cocui,
Agave collina,
References
Pierre Meerts: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meerts' in the authors string.