Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
mairei
ID:
898947

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Lév.) Croizat

Source:
wcs

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 22: 429 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000898282



Common Names

  • Mairei Bamboo
  • Chinese Mairei Bamboo
  • Slender Mairei Bamboo


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Description

Cnesmone mairei (also called Maire's cnesmone, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is a shrub with stems that are up to 2 m tall and 2 cm in diameter. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in wet mountain forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cnesmone mairei is used for making furniture, flooring, and other wood products. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cnesmone mairei has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and have a glossy surface. The seedlings are thin and have a reddish-brown color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cnesmone mairei is a clumping bamboo that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but will not tolerate wet soils. It can be propagated by division in early spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, it can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Cnesmone mairei

Cnesmone mairei can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia, from India to China.

Cnesmone mairei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cnesmone mairei?

Cnesmone mairei

What is the common name of Cnesmone mairei?

Maire's bamboo

What is the growth habit of Cnesmone mairei?

It is a clumping bamboo with a short, dense habit.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-44150: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Abel Hector Léveillé (1864-1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Lév.' in the authors string.
Léon Croizat (1894-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Croizat' in the authors string.