Quinchamalium chilense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chilense
ID:
734192
Status:
valid
Authors:
Molina
Source:
cmp
Year:
1782
Citation Micro:
Sag. Stor. Nat. Chili : 151 (1782)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733525
Common Names
- Quinchamalium chilense
- Chilean Quinchamalium
- Chilense Quinchamalium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Quinchamalium chilense (also called Chilean quinchamalium, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown, reaching up to 10 m in height. It is native to Chile and Argentina, and is found in dry and semi-arid habitats, from sea level to 2,000 m in elevation.
Uses & Benefits
Quinchamalium chilense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Quinchamalium chilense var. parviflorum (Phil.) L.E.NavasFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Quinchamalium chilense is a white, five-petaled bloom with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Quinchamalium chilense is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, the plant should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.
Where to Find Quinchamalium chilense
Quinchamalium chilense is native to Chile.
Quinchamalium chilense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Quinchamalium chilense?
Quinchamalium chilense
What is the common name of Quinchamalium chilense?
Chilean Quinchamalium
What is the natural habitat of Quinchamalium chilense?
Grassy slopes and open woodlands
Species in the Quinchamalium genus
Species in the Schoepfiaceae family
Arjona longifolia, Arjona megapotamica, Arjona patagonica, Arjona pusilla, Arjona schumanniana, Arjona tuberosa, Quinchamalium chilense, Quinchamalium fruticulosum, Quinchamalium peruviauum, Quinchamalium peruvianum, Schoepfia tepuiensis, Schoepfia scopulorum, Schoepfia schreberi, Schoepfia parvifolia, Schoepfia velutina, Schoepfia clarkii, Schoepfia brasiliensis, Schoepfia macrophylla, Schoepfia lucida, Schoepfia multiflora, Schoepfia pringlei, Schoepfia arenaria, Schoepfia obovata, Schoepfia flexuosa, Schoepfia vacciniiflora, Schoepfia fragrans, Schoepfia jasminodora, Schoepfia chinensis, Schoepfia tetramera, Schoepfia californica, Schoepfia shreveana, Schoepfia didyma, Schoepfia haitiensis, Schoepfia harrisii, Schoepfia stenophylla, Schoepfia cubensis, Schoepfia griffithii,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2868586: Based on the initial data import
Giovanni Juan Ignazio Molina (1740-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Molina' in the authors string.