Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
ovatum
ID:
604016

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gleason

Source:
cmp

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 58: 452 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000603348



Common Names

  • Chorisepalum ovatum
  • Ovate Chorisepalum
  • Ovate-Leaved Chorisepalum


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Description

Chorisepalum ovatum (also called 'Ovate 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 ovatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chorisepalum ovatum 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 ovatum 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 ovatum

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

Chorisepalum ovatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chorisepalum ovatum?

Chorisepalum ovatum

What type of plant is Chorisepalum ovatum?

It is a shrub

Where does Chorisepalum ovatum grow?

It is native to 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,

References

Henry Gleason (1882-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gleason' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:57214-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.