Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
gracilis
ID:
1254261

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bonpl.) DC.

Source:
tro

Year:
1828

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 3: 133 (1828)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253599



Common Names

  • Chaetogastra Gracilis
  • Graceful Chaetogastra
  • Graceful Chaetogastra Vine


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Description

Chaetogastra gracilis (also called Gracile Chaetogastra, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It is usually found in wet, humid forests and can reach heights of up to 10 meters. Its leaves are ovate-elliptic, with a glossy green upper surface and a paler underside.

Uses & Benefits

Chaetogastra gracilis is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chaetogastra gracilis has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaetogastra gracilis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Chaetogastra gracilis

Chaetogastra gracilis is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Chaetogastra gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaetogastra gracilis?

Chaetogastra gracilis

What is the common name of Chaetogastra gracilis?

Graceful Chaetogastra

What is the natural habitat of Chaetogastra gracilis?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

Species in the Chaetogastra genus

Chaetogastra martiana, Chaetogastra rosea, Chaetogastra schiedeana, Chaetogastra cogniauxiana, Chaetogastra tetrapetala, Chaetogastra andreana, Chaetogastra simplicicaulis, Chaetogastra confertiflora, Chaetogastra capitata, Chaetogastra citrina, Chaetogastra araneicalyx, Chaetogastra thulia, Chaetogastra anderssonii, Chaetogastra solmsii, Chaetogastra almedae, Chaetogastra trinitensis, Chaetogastra alata, Chaetogastra wasshausenii, Chaetogastra purpurascens, Chaetogastra aurea, Chaetogastra pleromoides, Chaetogastra asperifolia, Chaetogastra obtusifolia, Chaetogastra cornuta, Chaetogastra congestiflora, Chaetogastra pulcherrima, Chaetogastra rupestris, Chaetogastra pendula, Chaetogastra purpusii, Chaetogastra parviflora, Chaetogastra hutchisonii, Chaetogastra oroensis, Chaetogastra herzogii, Chaetogastra rusbyi, Chaetogastra herincquiana, Chaetogastra galeottiana, Chaetogastra laevis, Chaetogastra dimorphylla, Chaetogastra excoriata, Chaetogastra monticola, Chaetogastra hassleri, Chaetogastra macvaughii, Chaetogastra minor, Chaetogastra longisepala, Chaetogastra cordeiroi, Chaetogastra crassifolia, Chaetogastra cristaensis, Chaetogastra riograndensis, Chaetogastra ornata, Chaetogastra brachyphylla,

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50172026: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Aimé Bonpland (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bonpl.' in the authors string.