Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
carnosum
ID:
604015

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ewan

Source:
cmp

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 37: 394 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000603347



Common Names

  • Carnosum Chorisepalum
  • Chorisepalum Carnosum
  • Carnose Chorisepalum


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Description

Chorisepalum carnosum (also called 'Carnose Chorisepalum', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has leathery, dark green leaves and white flowers. It grows in dry forests, scrublands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Chorisepalum carnosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chorisepalum carnosum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chorisepalum carnosum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It is best grown in a sunny position with moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Chorisepalum carnosum

Chorisepalum carnosum can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Chorisepalum carnosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chorisepalum carnosum?

Chorisepalum carnosum

What is the common name of Chorisepalum carnosum?

Fleshy Grass

What is the natural habitat of Chorisepalum carnosum?

It is native to the tropical regions of South America

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

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