Status:
valid
Authors:
(Merr. & Chun) Croizat
Source:
wcs
Year:
1941
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 22: 429 (1941)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000898190
Common Names
- Anisosepalous Bluestem
- Anisosepalous Little Bluestem
- Anisosepalous Grass
Description
Cnesmone anisosepala (also called Anise-sepal Cnesmone, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to China. It grows to a height of 1-2 meters and has small, white flowers. It is found in rocky, well-drained soils and is tolerant of drought and heat.
Uses & Benefits
Cnesmone anisosepala is used as an ornamental grass in landscaping, as it has a unique appearance. It is also used to control erosion and stabilize soil, and is drought tolerant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cnesmone anisosepala is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single, pointed leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cnesmone anisosepala can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in spring or autumn and rooted in a sandy, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Cnesmone anisosepala
Cnesmone anisosepala can be found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia.
Species in the Cnesmone genus
Cnesmone anisosepala,
Cnesmone hainanensis,
Cnesmone javanica,
Cnesmone laevis,
Cnesmone laotica,
Cnesmone linearis,
Cnesmone mairei,
Cnesmone peltata,
Cnesmone philippinensis,
Cnesmone poilanei,
Cnesmone subpeltata,
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,