Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Genus:
Species:
chihuahuensis
ID:
430397

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) Rohweder

Source:
wcs

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Abh. Auslandsk., Reihe C, Naturwiss. 61(18): 143 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429729



Common Names

  • Chihuahuensis Gibasis
  • Chihuahuensis Turquoise Tears
  • Chihuahuensis False Baby Tears


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Synonyms

  • Aneilema chihuahuensis (Standl.) Woodson [unknown]
  • Tradescantia chihuahuensis Standl. [unknown]

Description

Gibasis chihuahuensis (also called Chihuahuan Gibasis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Commelinaceae. It is native to Mexico. It grows in dry, sandy soils in scrubby flatwoods and sandhills.

Uses & Benefits

Gibasis chihuahuensis is used as an ornamental plant, for its yellow flowers and attractive foliage. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Gibasis chihuahuensis are small and white. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gibasis chihuahuensis is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows in a variety of soils. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Gibasis chihuahuensis

Gibasis chihuahuensis is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas, particularly in the state of Chihuahua.

Gibasis chihuahuensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gibasis chihuahuensis?

Gibasis chihuahuensis

What is the common name of Gibasis chihuahuensis?

Chihuahuan Gibasis

What is the natural habitat of Gibasis chihuahuensis?

It is found in wet sclerophyll forests and rainforest margins

Species in the Commelinaceae family

Aetheolirion stenolobium, Amischotolype glabrata, Amischotolype gracilis, Amischotolype griffithii, Amischotolype hispida, Amischotolype hookeri, Amischotolype irritans, Amischotolype laxiflora, Amischotolype marginata, Amischotolype mollissima, Amischotolype monosperma, Amischotolype sphagnorrhiza, Amischotolype tenuis, Amischotolype barbarossa, Amischotolype divaricata, Amischotolype dolichandra, Amischotolype hirsuta, Amischotolype leiocarpa, Amischotolype lobata, Amischotolype parvifructa, Amischotolype pedicellata, Amischotolype rostrata, Amischotolype strigosa, Amischotolype welzeniana, Aneilema acuminatum, Aneilema aequinoctiale, Aneilema alatum, Aneilema angolense, Aneilema aparine, Aneilema arenicola, Aneilema benadirense, Aneilema beniniense, Aneilema biflorum, Aneilema brasiliense, Aneilema brenanianum, Aneilema brunneospermum, Aneilema calceolus, Aneilema chrysopogon, Aneilema clarkei, Aneilema dispermum, Aneilema dregeanum, Aneilema forskaolii, Aneilema gillettii, Aneilema grandibracteolatum, Aneilema hirtum, Aneilema hockii, Aneilema homblei, Aneilema indehiscens, Aneilema johnstonii, Aneilema lamuense,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-246967: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Otto Rohweder (b.1919): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rohweder' in the authors string.