Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
chocoensis
ID:
28438

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 39: 55 -56), fig (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027767



Common Names

  • Corethamnium chocoensis
  • Chocoensis Corethamnium
  • Corethamnium of Chocoensis


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Description

Corethamnium chocoensis (also called Choco Corethamnium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has long, narrow leaves with a serrated margin and yellow-green flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Corethamnium chocoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Corethamnium chocoensis has yellow daisy-like flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are hairy and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Corethamnium chocoensis is a perennial plant that is native to South America. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division. Sow the seeds in spring or autumn in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors. Divide the clumps in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Corethamnium chocoensis

Corethamnium chocoensis can be found in the Choco region of Colombia.

Corethamnium chocoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Corethamnium chocoensis?

Corethamnium chocoensis

What type of plant is Corethamnium chocoensis?

It is a fern

Where is Corethamnium chocoensis native to?

It is native to Central and South America

Species in the Corethamnium genus

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-126839: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.