Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.W.Ingram) Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 52: 478 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000845874
Common Names
- Chiropetalum astroplethos
- Star-leaved Chiropetalum
- Star-leaved Hairgrass
Description
Chiropetalum astroplethos (also called Star-scaled Chiropetalum, among many other common names) is a species of snake native to South America. It lives in dry, sandy areas and has a long, slender body and a star-scaled head.
Uses & Benefits
Chiropetalum astroplethos is used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens due to its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chiropetalum astroplethos has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters of three to five. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chiropetalum astroplethos can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It can tolerate drought but will not tolerate wet soils. It is best grown in a sheltered position in the garden.
Where to Find Chiropetalum astroplethos
Chiropetalum astroplethos can be found in the tropical and subtropical waters of the Indo-Pacific region.
Chiropetalum astroplethos FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chiropetalum astroplethos?
Chiropetalum astroplethos
What is the common name of Chiropetalum astroplethos?
Star-petaled Chiropetalum
What is the natural habitat of Chiropetalum astroplethos?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Chiropetalum genus
Chiropetalum anisotrichum,
Chiropetalum argentinense,
Chiropetalum astroplethos,
Chiropetalum berteroanum,
Chiropetalum boliviense,
Chiropetalum canescens,
Chiropetalum cremnophilum,
Chiropetalum foliosum,
Chiropetalum griseum,
Chiropetalum gymnadenium,
Chiropetalum intermedium,
Chiropetalum molle,
Chiropetalum patagonicum,
Chiropetalum pavonianum,
Chiropetalum phalacradenium,
Chiropetalum pilosistylum,
Chiropetalum quinquecuspidatum,
Chiropetalum ramboi,
Chiropetalum ruizianum,
Chiropetalum schiedeanum,
Chiropetalum tricoccum,
Chiropetalum tricuspidatum,
Chiropetalum puntaloberense,
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii,
Acalypha peduncularis,
Acalypha pendula,
Acalypha perrieri,
Acalypha persimilis,
Acalypha peruviana,
Acalypha pervilleana,
Acalypha phleoides,
Acalypha phyllonomifolia,
Acalypha pilosa,
Acalypha pippenii,
Acalypha pittieri,
Acalypha platyphylla,
Acalypha pleiogyne,
Acalypha plicata,
Acalypha pohliana,
Acalypha poiretii,
Acalypha polymorpha,
Acalypha polystachya,
Acalypha portoricensis,
Acalypha pruinosa,
Acalypha pruriens,
Acalypha pseudalopecuroides,
Acalypha pseudovagans,
Acalypha psilostachya,
Acalypha pubiflora,
Acalypha pulchrespicata,
Acalypha punctata,
Acalypha purpurascens,
Acalypha purpusii,
Acalypha pycnantha,
Acalypha pygmaea,
Acalypha radians,
Acalypha radicans,
Acalypha radinostachya,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha rafaelensis,
Acalypha raivavensis,
Acalypha rapensis,
Acalypha reflexa,
Acalypha repanda,
Acalypha retifera,
Acalypha rhombifolia,
Acalypha rhomboidea,
Acalypha richardiana,
Acalypha riedeliana,
Acalypha rivularis,
Acalypha rottleroides,
Acalypha rubrinervis,